Don't let occasional head shaking scare you!
, and mom, told POPSUGAR. This is very common especially when they're falling asleep."If they seem frustrated during a head-shaking episode, calmly redirect them or hold them. If they are happily playing, you don't need to stop them from exploring," she said.
It could even be a form of communication! Shaking back and forth may be their way of saying 'no' to you," said Dr. Amin."Is it happening when they get a food they don't like or don't want to go somewhere? Remember to hold the boundary and remember this is normal!" However, Dr. Johns said babies will also shake their heads if they're hurting."Sometimes babies will shake their heads if they have pain," she explained."If it's pain-related, one common reason is that they have an ear infection. If not an ear infection, the baby may be congested and sometimes that congestion can be uncomfortable, which leads to head shaking. More serious reasons that can be concerning have to do with developmental delays or neurological disorders.
The moment head shaking becomes a concern is when it's accompanied by other symptoms, such as fever, ear drainage, feeling sick, or not eating well."If your child is head shaking and you are concerned about other domains of development , speak to your pediatrician. Also, if they are holding their ears or tugging them, speak to your pediatrician to make sure there isn't an ear infection," Dr. Amin said.
Babies are funny, and they often do things that seem confusing for parents. When it comes to shaking their heads, it's probably normal, but you should trust your gut and get medical attention if you feel anything is wrong.
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