cranial helmet

Life After the Cranial Helmet – Monitoring and Ongoing Care

Life After the Cranial Helmet – Monitoring and Ongoing Care

Congratulations, you’ve made it through cranial helmet treatment for your baby’s plagiocephaly or brachycephaly! Watching their head shape transform and achieve symmetry is incredibly rewarding. However, removing the helmet continues your child’s cranial reshaping journey. Ongoing monitoring and care can help ensure their new head shape remains stable as they continue growing. Here’s what to expect in the post-helmet treatment stage.…

Cranial Helmet in the Summer – Tips for New Parents

Cranial Helmet in the Summer – Tips for New Parents

As a new parent, learning that your infant needs to wear a cranial helmet can be overwhelming. Cranial helmets, also known as cranial orthoses, are used to correct conditions like deformational plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, and scaphocephaly. These conditions can cause a baby’s head to develop an asymmetrical shape due to external pressures on the skull. While cranial helmets are highly effective…

Traveling with an Infant in a Cranial Helmet

Traveling with an Infant in a Cranial Helmet

Traveling with an infant presents its own set of challenges, compounded when the child requires a cranial helmet for conditions like plagiocephaly. Whether embarking on a road adventure or navigating the complexities of air travel, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience for both parent and child is paramount; this guide draws upon the expertise of Stuart Weiner, CPO, LPO, director…

Playtime Ideas for Babies in Cranial Orthosis: Engaging Activities to Support Development

Playtime Ideas for Babies in Cranial Orthosis: Engaging Activities to Support Development

Helmets, or cranial bands, are vital for addressing shape issues like plagiocephaly or brachycephaly. Although they might seem restrictive, there are numerous ways to ensure play remains a fun and enriching part of your baby’s day. Here are some Playtime Ideas for Babies in Cranial Orthosis. Safety First: Ensuring a Secure Play Environment It’s crucial to prioritize safety during play.…

Keeping Your Baby Cozy in a Cranial Helmet

Keeping Your Baby Cozy in a Cranial Helmet

Wearing a cranial helmet is part of the journey for some little champions and our goal in today’s article is to provide tips for keeping your baby cozy in a cranial helmet. These specially designed helmets help guide head shape development, and while they might look unusual, getting used to them can be a new experience for both baby and…

Embracing the Journey: Navigating Social Situations with Your Baby’s Cranial Orthosis

Embracing the Journey: Navigating Social Situations with Your Baby’s Cranial Orthosis

Navigating social situations with your baby’s cranial orthosis (a helmet used to reshape the skull) can be a sensitive topic for many parents. Here are some tips to help you manage these situations with confidence and empathy: Educate Yourself and Others: Understand the purpose and function of cranial orthosis. This knowledge will empower you to explain its importance to others…

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation



    This will close in 0 seconds