Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome and Neck Support for Infants
Shaken Baby Syndrome and the Neck Hello, Doctor! A few days ago, while I was burping my baby who is less than 10 days old, I wasn't familiar with the situation and didn't support her neck properly (I only placed my hand on her shoulders). Suddenly, she lifted her head a...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, there should not be any injuries to the baby's brain or neck. You can monitor the baby's activity over the next couple of days for signs such as vomiting, seizures, or excessive crying to determine if a visit to the doctor is necessary....[Read More] Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome and Neck Support for Infants
Do Frequent Head Bumps Affect Brain Development in Toddlers?
Frequent head injuries? Could you please tell me if a child who will turn 2 years old this May, who can walk and run, but has been in the crawling stage and has bumped their head several times, including a fall in the bathroom in February, which resulted in crying but no visible ...
Dr. Zhong Ruixian Reply:
Unless there is a significant impact, it generally will not affect brain development. The condition known as Shaken Baby Syndrome occurs when a caregiver violently shakes an infant's head, typically involving multiple rapid shakes, and does not necessarily require direct imp...[Read More] Do Frequent Head Bumps Affect Brain Development in Toddlers?
Emergency Braking and the Risk of Shaken Baby Syndrome
Emergency braking and shaken baby syndrome? Hello, I have read a lot about "Shaken Baby Syndrome," which I know has been renamed to Abusive Head Trauma. I understand that it typically requires a significant amount of force and repeated shaking in a short period to cause...
Dr. He Zongxian Reply:
Dear Parent, Thank you very much for your inquiry. From your description, we understand that your baby experienced an emergency brake situation while riding in the car. First of all, I am glad to hear that you have chosen an infant car seat and ensured it is installed in the rea...[Read More] Emergency Braking and the Risk of Shaken Baby Syndrome
Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: Concerns for New Moms
Concerns about improper support of an infant's neck and the risk of shaken baby syndrome? Hello, doctor. I am a very anxious new mother, and my anxiety has caused a lot of hair loss... There is an overwhelming amount of information online, and it's often "extreme.&...
Dr. Zhong Ruixian Reply:
Hello, Junjun: Burping or holding the baby with their head tilted back or sideways is a common situation and not caused by external force. As you mentioned, only violent shaking of the baby up and down or side to side (2-3 times per second) for a short duration can lead to Shaken...[Read More] Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: Concerns for New Moms
Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: What Parents Need to Know
Shaken Baby Syndrome Hello, doctor. My baby is currently about four months old. On the afternoon of the 29th, he was crying, so I picked him up while I was busy and took him to the bathroom. During this time, I was worried about the toilet flushing splashing, and there was a slig...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The cause of Shaken Baby Syndrome is violent, non-accidental, repetitive, and rapid acceleration/deceleration movements of the head and neck. The force of shaking must be extremely strong, so the behavior you described would not be sufficient to cause Shaken Baby Syndrome.[Read More] Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: What Parents Need to Know
Common Pediatric Concerns: Newborn Care Questions Answered
Care-related questions? Hello, doctor. May I ask: 1. What problems can shaking a newborn cause? 2. Is the intermittent wheezing sound in a newborn (the father has asthma) caused by a cold? 3. How can we improve long-term vomiting in a newborn (sometimes in large amounts)? 4. Ther...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. Shaken Baby Syndrome may occur if an infant's head experiences significant forces of acceleration and deceleration, which can lead to brain injury without any visible external trauma. 2. The likelihood of newborns catching a cold or developing asthma is low; most cases ...[Read More] Common Pediatric Concerns: Newborn Care Questions Answered
Concerns About Head and Neck Safety in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Neonatal head and neck Hello Doctor, my baby is currently 2 and a half months old. Usually, when I pick her up from the crib, I gently support her head with my right hand and place her neck softly on my left arm. However, just now, I accidentally placed her too quickly, and her n...
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The cause of brain injury in Shaken Baby Syndrome is violent, non-accidental, repetitive, and rapid acceleration/deceleration movements of the head and neck. An isolated incident is unlikely to cause such injuries and should not result in neck injuries. Signs to observe include: ...[Read More] Concerns About Head and Neck Safety in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Is Your Baby's Head Shaking a Cause for Concern? Pediatric Insights
Infants shaking their heads vigorously? Consulting a physician, my baby is now two months old, and sometimes when I hold him, he suddenly jerks forcefully to the side. Could this cause any brain injury? What should I observe? Thank you.
Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The brain injury caused by Shaken Baby Syndrome results from violent, non-accidental, repetitive, and rapid acceleration/deceleration movements of the head and neck; a single incident is unlikely to cause such damage. Possible symptoms include: significant changes in sleep patter...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Head Shaking a Cause for Concern? Pediatric Insights
Concerns About Baby Head Shaking and Safety: A Guide for New Moms
Infant head shaking Hello, doctor. My sister is currently 3 months old and is able to support her neck quite well. However, I've noticed that she seems to love shaking her head. Could this be a concern? Also, when I hold her, she sometimes kicks hard, causing her to lean for...
Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: A three-month-old infant can support their neck, but the brain tissue is still fragile, so it is important to avoid vigorous shaking or jostling. When holding the baby, the head must be supported to prevent sudden forward or backward movements or accidental falls. Shaken b...[Read More] Concerns About Baby Head Shaking and Safety: A Guide for New Moms
Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: Risks of Jumping Activities in Infants
Shaken Baby Syndrome Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about Shaken Baby Syndrome. My puppy is currently over 7 months old, and my family often supports him under his armpits, allowing him to jump up and down on his tiptoes, similar to how adults jump rope. They keep doing this c...
Dr. He Ciyuan Reply:
Due to my absence, I am unaware of the force of the jumps at that time. If there are any further jumps, please intervene immediately. If there are concerns about Shaken Baby Syndrome, it is advisable to take the infant to a nearby hospital with a pediatric department for an exami...[Read More] Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: Risks of Jumping Activities in Infants
Common Concerns About Babies: Shaking, Gas, and Feeding Issues
Baby issues 1. Can placing a baby in a crib that rocks cause shaken baby syndrome? I'm worried because my mother-in-law is taking care of him. 2. Is it normal for my baby to have gas? My baby is drinking S26 formula; should I switch? 3. Is it normal for my baby to turn h...
Dr. Wang Jiayi Reply:
1. Gently rocking the crib will not cause shaken baby syndrome. 2. Avoid changing formula frequently; make sure to burp the baby after feeding to release gas. 3. This is normal. Wishing your baby good health![Read More] Common Concerns About Babies: Shaking, Gas, and Feeding Issues
Understanding Infant Head Tremors: Causes and Concerns for Parents
Unexplained head nodding or shaking in infants? My son is currently just over five months old and weighs 7400g. From July 11 to July 13, around 11 AM when he was drinking milk (half asleep), he experienced slight tremors in his head and hands that lasted for about two minutes. I ...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: If this phenomenon occurs, it is necessary to promptly visit a pediatric neurology clinic to arrange appropriate examinations to rule out epilepsy or general tremors. Sincerely, Dr. Pei-Hsin Chang, Pediatrics.[Read More] Understanding Infant Head Tremors: Causes and Concerns for Parents
Understanding Sensory Integration Issues in Young Children
Sensory integration issues? Hello, Dr. Lin. My child is 1 year and 10 months old, and I have recently been doing some sensory integration exercises with him, such as spinning, throwing, vertical acceleration, forward rolls, and backward rolls, which are forms of passive balance t...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Sherry, The report you referred to likely pertains to "Shaken Baby Syndrome." This condition occurs when an infant's head is subjected to violent shaking, which can sometimes lead to internal bleeding in the brain. The consequences can be quite severe, often ...[Read More] Understanding Sensory Integration Issues in Young Children