Can a newborn’s flattened ear grow back on its own?

Newborns with flattened ears can usually grow back on their own, so parents should not worry too much. If the newborn sleeps in a bad position, always sleeping on one side, it will lead to flattened ears, which can be restored by adjusting the sleeping position. However, if a newborn baby has congenital auricular deformity and is mistaken for a flattened ear, it usually can’t grow back on its own. Therefore, parents should pay attention to distinguish whether the baby’s ears are flattened or congenital auricular deformity, if not sure need to go to the hospital in time to consult the doctor. If your baby’s ears are flattened, you can let your baby sleep on both sides alternately, don’t let your baby always sleep on one side. Generally speaking, flattened ears of newborn babies will gradually improve as babies grow older, so parents do not need to worry too much. In addition, gently massaging your baby’s ears every day will also help the flattened ears recover.