Question
My baby is now 15 days old, and I’ve noticed that their head shape doesn’t look right. There’s a noticeable bump on the occiput, and I can feel angular edges above both ears. What should I do in this situation?
Answer
According to your description, your baby’s head shape may have been deformed due to the pressure during birth. Since a baby’s skull is soft, the head shape typically becomes rounder as the child grows and develops. While your baby is sleeping or lying down, you can use books to help shape the occiput and can also gently massage the protruding area. These methods are quite effective. Since a baby’s skull has not fully hardened and is highly malleable, there’s no need to be overly concerned.