If you have a hyperactive child, the chances of them bumping their head somewhere are very high. We all know the struggles of calming a baby after their head bumps against something in the house. Almost every mom wants to know what to do when a newborn hits her head. It can be a new challenge if you’re a new mom, but don’t worry! It’s normal until you find some signs to see the doctor. Though Minor head bumps are not a concern, there are some precautions for you as a new mom to avoid serious injuries.

Why Babies Hit Their Heads

There can be multiple reasons for when the newborn hit head; one of them is when they do it rhythmically. When the baby gets tired, stressed, and overwhelmed, they repeatedly hit their heads because it is comforting and helps them relax. 

Newborns also hit their heads when they feel discomfort or frustration. When they can’t speak their heart out, they hit heads to let the mommies know they want attention. Babies who feel tantrums during tethering express pain or discomfort this way. In that situation, mommies should engage them in physical activities to divert their attention from the pain. 

Some babies crave sensory experiences, and to gain sensory stimulation, they hit their heads. 

One case you must be very conscious of is when baby bangs their heads more frequently and intensively. It can be a sign of some developmental issues like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or sensory processing issues. 

Other than that, it's normal when a newborn hits its head, and mommies shouldn’t worry about it. 

Symptoms After a Baby Takes a Minor Hit to the Head

Minor hits are not concerning, but distinguishing between minor and intensive banging can be challenging because babies can’t speak. Understanding the causes behind head banging is very important. Remember the following points because these are the symptoms after a newborn bumps head normally. 

Immediate symptoms can be crying and fussiness after a newborn bumps head. This fussiness goes away with time. 

A small bump appears on the spot that indicates the bumping. 

It is pretty normal for the babies to feel tired and lose appetite after bumping their heads. Any such symptoms should not worry you because they’ll start having food soon. 

When To Worry After a Baby Hits Their Head

Some of the severe symptoms that you should be worried about include 

• Loss of consciousness 
• Seizures
• Clear fluid or blood from the nose or ears
• Uneven pupil size. 

If you see any of these symptoms in your baby, rush to the doctor before the symptoms worsen. Other than these symptoms, if the baby starts vomiting right after getting their head bumped, you must consult a doctor because it is not normal.