Targeted positioning to help prevent and reduce flat head syndrome in infants.

The Adjustable Lateral Positioning Pillow is designed to support positional therapy for infants from birth to approximately 4 months, helping prevent and manage flat head syndrome (plagiocephaly and brachycephaly).

When a flat spot develops, the most effective approach is to remove constant pressure from the affected area. This pillow gently positions your baby in a semi-lateral 45° position, encouraging the head to rest to the chosen side and reducing pressure on flattened zones.

What it helps with

• Plagiocephaly — flattening on one side of the back of the head

• Brachycephaly — flattening across the entire back of the head

• Supports early positional treatment, when recovery is fastest

How it works

The pillow is made of two connected foam triangles that cradle your baby’s body:

• The larger triangle supports the baby’s back

• The smaller triangle supports the lower arm

• Together, they position the body and head laterally at 45°, on the side you choose

By positioning the body, the head naturally follows—helping to relieve pressure from the flattened area.

How to use

• In cases of unilateral flattening, position your baby on the side that avoids pressure on the affected area

• In cases of overall posterior flattening, alternate sides:

  • Left and right sides on alternating days, or

  • After every other feeding

• Begin use during the day, under adult supervision

• Daytime naps can be done entirely on the pillow

• In more significant cases, nighttime use may be considered only with guidance from your pediatrician

Important guidance

• Early intervention is key — the earlier positional therapy begins, the better and faster the results

• After 5 months, cranial ossification increases and correction becomes more difficult

• The pillow should be discontinued around 4.5 months, when babies typically begin attempting to roll onto their stomachs

• For very young infants who may not stay positioned, an adaptable version (Delta™) is available to better fit the baby’s size and build

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