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Mom Has Traumatic C-Section, 2 Weeks Later Notices Baby’s Head Isn’t Normal

Mom Has Traumatic C-Section, 2 Weeks Later Notices Baby’s Head Isn’t Normal

Summary

A mother from British Columbia noticed her newborn daughter had an unusual head shape, which led to the diagnosis of a condition called craniosynostosis. This condition was confirmed through a CT scan, and the baby underwent successful surgery to correct it. The baby will now wear a special helmet to help shape her skull as she grows.

Key Facts

  • Kazlyn, a 23-year-old mom from British Columbia, noticed her newborn daughter Annara had an unusual head shape.
  • The baby could not lie flat and preferred to rest on one side, which caused concern for the mother.
  • Kazlyn suspected craniosynostosis after researching her daughter's symptoms online.
  • A CT scan confirmed that Annara had sagittal craniosynostosis, where a part of the skull fuses too early.
  • Untreated craniosynostosis can cause serious health problems like vision loss or developmental delays.
  • Annara underwent minimally invasive surgery and will use helmet therapy to help shape her head.
  • The helmet therapy requires gradual adaptation until Annara wears it 23 hours a day for about a year.
  • Kazlyn experienced a traumatic birth with her daughter, including a prolonged labor and emergency C-section.
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