#asktheexpert My daughter keeps her neck usually inclined towards downwards. Sometimes her neck shakes a bit as well. Is this normal? what can be done to give more strength to her neck. We have been trying massaging and tummy time.

1 Answer

ExpertDr Sonali KadeliPaediatrician12 months ago

A. Babies should hold neck by 3-5 months of age.. give tummy time, that will help strengthen the neck muscles.. but if you feel, it’s still not holding, then I would suggest you should consider visiting pediatrician for the same

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