Why Do My Baby’s Ears Stick Out?

Your baby is perfect in every way: 10 fingers, 10 toes, a sweet little smile, all good except—ears that stick out. These are called protuberant or prominent ears. The Definition of Prominent Ears Sometimes called protruding ears, sticking-out ears or even bat ears,...
Why Are My Baby’s Ears Folded Over?

Why Are My Baby’s Ears Folded Over?

We all adore the appearance of our newborn babies. If we’re fortunate, we note right away that everything is in place: 10 toes, 10 fingers, hair and eye color, etc. Sometimes we notice something odd about the baby’s ears. In this case, the top of one or...
Understanding Newborn Folded Ear Deformities

Understanding Newborn Folded Ear Deformities

Understanding Newborn Folded Ear Deformities Now that your newborn has arrived and you’ve confirmed that everything is as it should be, and the friends and family members have joined you in holding and cooing at your perfect baby, you might have noticed something out...