What to Do If a Baby’s Fontanelle Isn’t Closing?

Is it a lack of calcium if a baby frequently sleeps on one side after birth, resulting in an irregularly shaped head with angles? The fontanelle on a baby’s top of the head usually closes between 12-18 months. The closure of the fontanelle is a window reflecting the brain’s development. If it closes before 6 months, it may indicate microcephaly or underdevelopment of the brain. If it hasn’t closed by 18 months, it is considered late, and the child may have hydrocephalus, rickets, and cretinism. A bulging fontanelle indicates increased intracranial pressure, which may suggest meningitis, encephalitis, or vitamin A poisoning. A sunken fontanelle may be due to dehydration and malnutrition.
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What to Do If a Child Eats Less

The baby is three months old and drinks 60-70 milliliters of milk each time, continuously for half a month. The baby is in good spirits and has no symptoms of indigestion. The baby’s growth and development have slowed down compared to before, leading to a decrease in energy needs. The weaning period might be a physiological issue. If the baby has indigestion, such as vomiting or diarrhea, it may be due to indigestion. You can give the baby intestinal probiotics to promote digestion and absorption.
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