Patient's question:
NoDoctor's answer:
Newborn babies' spines are basically straight, and when lying flat, their backs and napes are on the same plane, which does not cause muscle tension that could lead to a stiff neck. Additionally, newborns have large heads, almost as wide as their shoulders, so when lying on their sides, their heads and bodies are also on the same plane. Therefore, newborns do not need pillows. If their heads are elevated, it can instead cause neck curvature, affecting breathing and swallowing. Doctors recommend waiting until the baby is three months old before using a pillow, as this is when the baby starts learning to lift its head, the cervical spine develops a forward physiological curve, and the shoulders widen, requiring a pillow to maintain a comfortable position.