Your baby may also have rashes and birthmarks. Most will fade quickly without treatment, but some may be permanent. If your baby was born vaginally, in addition to the elongated shape of her head, there may also be some scalp swelling in the area that was pushed out first during birth. If you press on this area, your finger may even leave a small indentation. This swelling is not serious and should disappear in a few days.
All babies have two soft spots, or fontanelles, on the top of their head.
These are the areas where the immature bones of the skull are still growing together. You needn't be afraid to touch these areas gently. They are covered by a thick, durable membrane that protects the skulls important contents. Babies are affected by the large amount of hormones that were manufactured by their mothers during pregnancy. As a result, your baby's breasts may be enlarged temporarily and might even secret a few drops of milk.