Patient's question:
Does a newborn pillow affect growth and development?Doctor's answer:
Under normal circumstances, newborns do not need pillows. Because the spine of a newborn is straight, when lying flat, the back and the back of the head are on the same plane, which will not cause muscle tension and discomfort. Additionally, a newborn's head is almost as wide as its shoulders, making both sleeping on the back and side very natural, so there is no need for a pillow. If a pillow is used, it can easily cause the newborn's neck to bend, affecting breathing and swallowing, which is not conducive to the baby's development.