This cutie pie has Brachycephaly….which is just a fancy term for FLAT HEAD SYNDROME!!! ⭐️⭐️ Brachycephaly is characterized by: 2️⃣ A flat posterior skill ( right at the back) 2️⃣ A slope upwards from the forehead towards the top of the back of the head 3️⃣ A wider head when looking from the front or back view ⭐️⭐️ Risk factors include: 🔹A baby who sleeps on their back for extended periods of time and doesn’t move around in their sleep 🔹 A baby who is on their back during awake time for long pe

Flat head syndrome (brachycephaly) is a concern for many parents. In Denmark, helmet treatment is not considered best practice. As a pediatric physical therapist specializing in flat head syndrome for 17 years, I’ve encountered only two cases where a helmet was prescribed by a pediatrician. Instead, the official best practice approach here is to educate parents on treating flat head through proper positioning and exercises. The 5 key steps in treating brachycephaly are: 1. Teaching the baby to s