The baby will turn sideways during the confinement period

Newborn babies are curious about the world. They generally do not turn sideways, mainly because they do not have much strength. However, it is normal for them to turn sideways occasionally, so mothers do not need to worry too much. The problem of newborns turning sideways is generally due to excessive neuromuscular tension, but this condition is a long-term sideways movement and can easily cause cerebral palsy in newborns.

1. Is it normal for newborns to roll over sideways?

1. In fact, it is normal for newborn babies to turn over on their side, but if they turn over during the confinement period, it is abnormal because this may be a manifestation of excessive muscle tone, which is directly related to cerebral palsy.

2. The child's premature turning over is caused by cerebral palsy. Excluding some conditions such as emotional excitement, if the baby often straightens his body and his limbs are very stiff, this situation should be paid attention to abnormal factors. Children with cerebral palsy do not turn over "actively", but passively present the false appearance of turning over because of their struggling. It should be noted that the problem of turning over must be distinguished from emotional excitement. When the baby is crying, it is easy for him to stiffen, which is very normal, so you must pay attention to check to rule out the impact of emotional recovery.

2. Symptoms of cerebral palsy in newborns

1. Body weakness and decreased spontaneous movements are symptoms of hypotonia and can be seen in one month. If it persists for more than 4 months, it may be diagnosed as severe brain damage, mental retardation or muscle system disease.

2. The body becomes stiff. This is a symptom of hypertonia and can be seen in one month. If it persists for more than 4 months, it can be diagnosed as cerebral palsy.

3. Abnormal head circumference: Head circumference is an objective indicator of the morphological development of the brain. Children with brain damage often have abnormal head circumference.

4. Fixed posture: It is often caused by abnormal muscle tension due to brain damage, such as frog position and inverted U-shaped posture. It can be seen one month after birth. Poor weight gain and inability to breastfeed.

The above is the health knowledge about cerebral palsy in newborns. Turning over too early is not good. Sometimes it is a symptom of cerebral palsy and requires further examination. Early detection and treatment will leave very few sequelae. Cerebral palsy cannot be cured if discovered too late, and the symptoms are also very serious.