Patient's question:
My daughter is two months old. When she sleeps, her head is always tilted to the right, and her knees are bent to the left, forming a C-shape with her entire body. Every time we try to turn her over, she returns to this position as soon as she moves. Who can tell me what to do?Doctor's answer:
When a baby is born, their skull is soft and has a high degree of malleability. If the baby always tilts to one side while sleeping, it can compress the skull on the other side. Additionally, babies spend a lot of time lying down in bed during their first few months, so consistently compressing one side can lead to asymmetrical head shape and a (saddleback skull) at the back of the head. If the deviation is severe, it may even affect the baby's development. It is recommended to correct it if possible.