Is this Plagiocephaly? Also, does plageodephaly cause brain damage/delays?

[MattMcG93]

I’m looking for some advice/reassurance if possible please. Looking at these pictures, do you notice any flattening of the head? I sometimes feel that DS had a flat patch on the left hand side but not sure if I’m over analysing every aspect of his head (I’m a known hypochondriac and worrier.) Everybody’s head has unique lumps, bumps and shapes…right?

He’s 6 months old and has started to roll, sit up mostly independently and is the happiest little man ever. We do lots of tummy time to take pressure off the head as I didn’t want plagiocephaly to develop. Also, does plagiocephaly cause brain damage/delays or just a cosmetic issue. Considering a helmet and weight up pros and cons.

Please no snappy replies. Just looking for some advice/reassurance as a first time dad.

Title is meant to say Plageocephaly* Apologies!

Looks fine to me. My DS had quite a pronounced flat spot towards one side of his head (despite lots of tummy time etc- he just always slept on the same side and he slept a lot!) I checked with a Dr at the time and they weren’t worried so we carried on as we were. He is nearly 16 now, looks completely normal and has no signs of any cognitive difficulties.

This is the 3rd thread I can see you've started. I'd suggest getting some help for your health anxiety.