Question
When do babies’ fontanels close? Have you heard that babies whose fontanels close early may not be as intelligent?
Answer
Fontanels are a stage in the process of an infant’s skull development. Normally, fontanels close completely around the age of 1 to 1.5 years. When cleaning the fontanel during bath time, be gentle and use baby shampoo; avoid harsh soaps that may irritate the scalp or worsen eczema.