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Articles for parents about newborn ear concerns, how ear molding works and fitting treatment into family life. For the essentials, start with our care guides.
Articles for parents about newborn ear concerns, how ear molding works and fitting treatment into family life. For the essentials, start with our care guides.

Not passing the newborn hearing screen in one ear does not mean your baby has hearing loss. It means a follow-up test is needed, so keep…

Microtia is uncommon. When a baby is born with a small or incompletely formed outer ear, the first priorities are a hearing check and connecting with…

Ears that stick out usually have a less-defined inner fold, a deep ear bowl, or both. Some newborn ears settle in the first days; others keep…
Newborn ear concerns, understanding ear molding, treatment and family life, and practice news.
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They are general education. Our care guides cover the essentials, and an evaluation is the way to learn what applies to your baby.
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