This is the cause of Peyang baby's head and how to overcome it

Peyang baby's head can occur at birth, it can also afterwards, with various causes. Although it does not affect the development and function of the brain, the baby's head may cause the shape of his face to be asymmetrical. The skull of a newborn baby is still very soft and flexible, so it can change shape if there is pressure for a long time, for example because the baby is lying in the same position for a long time. This is what makes the back of the head or one side of the baby's head that should be round turned into peyang or flat.

Causes of Peyang Baby's Head

In general, peyang baby heads can be divided into two types, namely plagiocephaly and branchycephaly:

• Plagiocephaly is a baby's head peyang on one side so that the head looks asymmetrical. This condition can make the position of the two ears look uneven and the head looks uneven when viewed from above.
• Branchycephaly is a baby head peyang on the back. This condition makes the baby's head look wider so that sometimes the forehead protrudes forward.

There are several factors that can cause a baby's head peyang, including:

1. Sleep on your back

Supine sleeping position is safer for babies. However, sleeping in the same position for hours can cause the back of the head to become flat or flat.

2. Problems in the womb

In addition to sleeping position, peyang baby's head can also be caused by pressure on the baby's head while still in the womb due to injury or amniotic fluid deficiency.

3. Neck muscle tension

Neck muscles that are too tense or stiff can also make a baby's head peyang. This is usually because when the neck muscles are tense or stiff, so that one side of the baby's head will get more pressure compared to the other side.

4. Premature birth

Premature births also often affect the shape of the baby's head. When babies are born prematurely, their skull bones will usually be softer. They also tend to sleep on one side of the head because of its limitations to move or replace the position of the head.

5. Skull bone abnormalities

In rare cases, a baby's head may be caused by premature fusion of the skull bones (craniosynostosis). These conditions can make the head shape becomes imperfect. If not treated immediately, craniosynostosis in infants can cause visual impairment and delays in cognitive development.

How to Overcome and Prevent Peyling Baby's Head

To avoid and overcome peyang baby head problems, there are a number of things you can do, including:

1. Change the sleeping position

To prevent the baby's head peyang, try to change its sleeping position to the right or left side periodically.

2. Change the position of the bed

Babies are interested in seeing objects such as windows or toys mounted above their heads. Now, changing the position of toys regularly or the bed will push the baby's head to look in a different direction. This will make both sides of the little head will experience a balanced emphasis.

3. Vary how to carry

Making variations in holding a baby, for example in an upright position, then being held close to it, or tilting, can also reduce excessive pressure on one side of the head.

4. Use a special headband

If the methods above do not work, the use of a special headband or helmet can sometimes be an option. The function of this special headband and helmet is to put pressure on one side of the head and reduce pressure on the other side. This method is usually done when the baby's skull bones are still soft, which is around the age of 5-6 months with continuous use every day. However, not all doctors recommend the use of tools, because there are no studies that show their effectiveness. Peyang's head is not dangerous, but can make the baby's face and head look asymmetrical. Take the steps described above to prevent and overcome this condition. If that doesn't help, consult your doctor to get the right treatment.