Positional plagiocephaly is the posterior lateral flattening of one side of the head. This flattening may cause facial asymmetries, a bulging of the forehead and a forward shifting of the ear on the same side as the flat spot. Positional plagiocephaly most commonly occurs in the first 6 months after birth and is due to the resting position of the baby’s head.
Lots of environmental stimulation can be overwhelming for infants, especially if your baby was born premature. Providing simple supportive strategies can really make a difference.
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Being a NICU physical therapist and getting to watch these beautiful babies grow, thrive and go home with their parents is one of the best things. Parents of full term babies are immediately the primary people in the world that care for all their needs. NICU parents have to learn the most supportive ways to interact with their babies while they are in the hospital. As a Neonatal Therapists I work as part of the NICU team to support parents on this journey and educate on how to support their long term development.
Lets bring awareness to prematurity this month and wear purple on today 11/17.
