You will do anything to keep your child safe. You took care of the home, surrounded your little one with age-appropriate toys, and took measures to reduce the risk of accidents.
But your baby seems to have developed a habit of hitting his head on things you really can't avoid – walls, cribs, floors, hands. So why?
This is an aspect of raising children that some parents don't expect, but some children repeatedly hit objects or bang their heads. This includes soft objects such as pillows or mattresses. Sometimes, however, they can go a step further and crash into hard surfaces.
It's about behavior. But try not to panic too much, because this is also within the realm of the normal. Here's a look at common causes of head banging and the best ways to respond to this behavior.