Plagiocephaly, schmagiocephaly.
Bea has a flat head.
Not totally flat, but there's a big, flat spot back and to the right.
Back and to the right.
It looks like this, but not as severe:
Apparently, her plagiocephaly ('flat headedness') is due in part to her congenital torticullus*, which makes it harder for her to turn her head to the left, which is due to some angle she landed in in the womb. Or something.
Anyway, her head's flat.
So last week, we took her in to get fitted for a pretty little helmet which will help her head grow into a nice, round shape. You know, so that when she makes her hair into a ponytail someday, it's not creepy-crooked.
Or when she shaves her head. Or whatever she ever chooses to do. It's her head; we just want to round it out for her.
So, for the next 3-5 months, she will be in a helmet. She looks like a pink Spaceball.
Also, there is a large opening on top of the helmet. I discovered that I can fit stacking cups into the hole perfectly.
Let the fun begin.
* - The Lovely Virginia and I played The Etymology Game on the way home from the doc, and came to the conclusion that 'torticullus' probably literally means 'flexibility cut,' sharing the same roots as 'contortion' and 'cull.' We are nerds.
Anyway, her head's flat.
So last week, we took her in to get fitted for a pretty little helmet which will help her head grow into a nice, round shape. You know, so that when she makes her hair into a ponytail someday, it's not creepy-crooked.
Or when she shaves her head. Or whatever she ever chooses to do. It's her head; we just want to round it out for her.
Also, there is a large opening on top of the helmet. I discovered that I can fit stacking cups into the hole perfectly.
* - The Lovely Virginia and I played The Etymology Game on the way home from the doc, and came to the conclusion that 'torticullus' probably literally means 'flexibility cut,' sharing the same roots as 'contortion' and 'cull.' We are nerds.
Comments
It's actually a good thing you got this figured out so early. I had a friend who had to battle with Doctors and Insurance companies for 3 years to get the corrective helmet for her daughter! Both of her daughters had it, so it's something to watch for if you guys decide to give Bea a sibling.
I love the picture too!
While the pink helmet is stylin' and good for potential ponytails, a flat head would provide a better canvas for any future flaming-dragon skull tattoos. Just something to keep in mind, since I know you're a good daddy and want to provide a breadth of opportunity for Bea. ;)
* - The Lovely Virginia and I played The Etymology Game on the way home from the doc, and came to the conclusion that 'torticullus' probably literally means 'flexibility cut,' sharing the same roots as 'contortion' and 'cull.' We are nerds.
I like it! Hey, I'm a professional in this matter, medical lingo that is (I'm a medical transcriptionist), and you guys aren't too far off at all! Tortus = twisted and collum = neck. It's actually torticollis, but I'm totally impressed at your nerdery.