Head circumference is the distance around the largest part of the head. Head circumference is measured in children (infants to 3 year olds) and then compared to the average for other children at the same age. Deviation from the average is quite normal as all babies develop at different rates. However, if the deviation differs too much it could mean that the baby is not developing properly.
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