Does my baby’s head look weird? An Intro to Infant Head Shape

At your first visit to the pediatrician, head shape and development are key parts of your newborn evaluation. If you are a parent, you may remember your pediatrician pressing on your newborn’s skull during your well visits. Most babies are born with the bones of the skull separated or unfused in what we professionally identify as sutures. This separation of skull bones is very advantageous for newborn development. It allows the baby to push through the birth canal and also allows room for brain growth after birth.

Carolyn ZuikerSeptember 3, 2020Boost Babies, LLCdeformational plagiocephaly, positional plagiocephaly, craniosynostosis, head shape, flat head, torticollis, congenital muscular torticollis, pediatric physical therapy, early intervention, plagiocephaly, helmet therapyComment

Helmet Therapy - You've Got Questions, We Have Answers

As a pediatric physical therapist with over 13 years experience, I know that the thought of a helmet for a baby can be daunting for parents. In my personal experience, the more knowledge you have as a parent, the more empowered you are to make an informed decision about your child. Let’s take away the stigma behind helmet therapy by sharing what we know.

Carolyn ZuikerJune 19, 2020Boost Babies, LLChelmet therapy, plagiocephaly, bachycephaly, torticollisComment

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