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Plagiocephaly is a term used to describe asymmetrical head shape.Deformational plagiocephaly (also known as positional or non-synostotic plagiocephaly) is used to describe asymmetrical head shape as a result of head preference to one side. This should be differentiated from craniosynostosis, a rare cause of head shape asymmetry, which is caused by early fusion of sutures.Deformational […]

The benefits of breastfeeding are many. [1] They include; nutritional; immunological; cognitive; decreased morbidity and mortality; analgesic effects; decreased costs (products, healthcare); decreased risk of allergy; and improved jaw development and dentition. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended as the best form of feeding in the first six months [2].60% of mothers who cease breastfeeding do so […]