Head & Alignment
Torticollis, flat spots, and head preference
If your baby always looks one direction, tilts their head, or is developing a flat spot — often called flat head syndrome — early support makes a real difference. Gentle stretching, positioning, and play-based strategies can often resolve these concerns — and may help avoid a helmet.
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Signs to watch for
When parents reach out
Baby prefers looking to one side
Head tilt or rotation that seems fixed
A flat spot developing on one side or the back of the head
Body tension or discomfort during tummy time
01 — The visit
What the evaluation looks like
Every family starts with an in-home evaluation. For head-shape and alignment concerns, I look at how your baby turns and tilts in both directions, how they track toys and faces, head shape from several angles, and how tension shows up through the trunk and hips — not just the neck. We also talk through feeding positions, sleep setup, and how tummy time is going, because those everyday details usually explain why a preference developed in the first place.
02 — What follows
What progress looks like
When we start early — ideally in the first few months — gentle stretching and positioning changes often produce visible improvement within a few weeks, and many families avoid helmet therapy altogether. Torticollis that has been present longer can still improve meaningfully; it simply takes more repetition and patience. And if your baby's head shape ever does warrant a helmet consultation, I'll tell you honestly and walk you through that process.
03 — The plan
How I help
I evaluate head and neck movement, screen for contributing factors, and coach you through positioning and play changes that fit your routine. Most families see meaningful change within weeks when we start early. I provide in-home torticollis and head-shape treatment across the Salt Lake Valley, from Bountiful to Lehi.
★★★★★
“Kristi caught my son's plagiocephaly when he was 3 months old and told me exactly what to do. The flat spot improved tremendously and saved us from needing a helmet!”
— Rashmi, Arjun's mom
Common questions
Will my baby need a helmet?+
Many families avoid one when positioning changes start early. If head-shape measurements ever suggest a helmet consultation is worth having, I'll say so directly and point you to the right provider — you'll never be left guessing.
How long does treatment usually take?+
It depends on your baby's age when we start and how established the preference is. Babies who begin in the first few months often graduate in a handful of visits with strong home carryover; older babies typically need longer. You'll get a realistic estimate at the evaluation.
What will I be doing between visits?+
Short, frequent home activities — positioning tweaks, carrying holds, and play setups measured in seconds and minutes, woven into routines you already have rather than added on top of your day.
More about referrals, payment, and service area in the full FAQ.
Wondering if this sounds like your child?
An evaluation gives you answers either way — and I'm happy to talk it through first.
The Village SLC is a private-pay practice — a superbill is provided for insurance self-submission, and HSA/FSA cards are accepted. Payment details in the FAQ