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How much repositioning is needed in order to correct a severely flat head on a baby?
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Flat head: Strongly advise you see a specialist that can diagnose and treat this problem for your baby. Talk to your doctor. This should be done asap. Doctors can prescibe medical soft helmets to be worn to help the babies head develope to avoid the flattening, before it becomes a permanent problem.
Answered 4/24/2016
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