Developed by Dr. Jane Scott, a Board Certified Pediatrician and Neonatologist, the Tortle beanie is an FDA-cleared patented Class 1 medical device that promotes proper head and neck movement which is essential for appropriate development. Tortle helps prevent and treat early stages of flat head syndrome: plagiocephaly (the flattening of the baby’s skull) & torticollis (unbalanced neck muscles). Tortle works by gently deflecting a baby’s head from side to side when they are sitting or lying on the back of their head. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends regular head repositioning of babies younger than six months.
The incidence of Plagiocephaly and Torticollis (or Flathead syndrome) has increased to epidemic proportions since 1992 with more than a million babies being diagnosed with the condition each year in the U.S. alone. This is due to their lack of movement and the amount of time infants spend on their back (the safest place for them to be). If left untreated, there can be long-standing problems. Treatment is frequently expensive and can be somewhat uncomfortable for a baby. Plagiocephaly and Torticollis are almost 100% preventable with repositioning and Tortle makes this safe and easy. It is recommended that all newborns wear a Tortle for the first 6 months of life to support healthy development.
Dr. Scott, whose specialty is Pediatrics and Neonatology, is recognized as an expert in the areas of Plagiocephaly and Torticollis. In her nearly 30 years as a practicing physician, Dr. Scott has counseled and educated hundreds of parents to help prevent as well as treat the many problems associated with Flathead Syndrome. Dr. Jane’s mission is to prevent Flathead Syndrome-an epidemic affecting the babies across the world. Please visit tortle.com for more information.
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It is easy to use to prevent Flat Head Syndrome in babies up to 6 month old.
I learned that Flat Head Syndrome has risen since the advent of the Back to Sleep program in 1994.
1 in 2 babies will develop flat head syndrome
Absolutely love the tortle and think it is a genius invention. DR. Jane is changing the lives of families!
I learned that they have a blog and an FAQ section.
I could not believe that 1 in 2 babies will develop flat head syndrome !
prevent Flat Head Syndrome
Now only I know there is something to prevent flat head, I wish I know this earlier.
Flat head syndrome is preventable is 100% preventable by re positioning the babies head.
When newborns and young infants spend too much time on their backs, in one position, flat spots can develop. Positional plagiocephaly is the medical term for flat head syndrome.
There’s a hat to help prevent flat head.
I learned that 1 in 2 babies with develop flat head syndrome! I had no idea the prevalence was that high!
I learned that 1 in 2 babies develop flat head syndrome, & learned that it is preventable!
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Tortle is the only device on the market that allows you to direct your baby’s head in a certain position.