Question
A two-year-old child exhibits a persistent leg-kicking behavior during sleep, but their legs relax naturally after falling asleep. What could be the reasons for this phenomenon?
Answer
Hello, the leg-kicking behavior of young children during sleep is often related to calcium deficiency. It is recommended to maintain a quiet environment during the child’s sleep and consider supplementing with calcium, such as using calcium tablets or calcium gluconate. In view of this situation, it is also appropriate to supplement with magnesium, especially for those who rely mainly on milk as a source of calcium supplementation. The best way to supplement magnesium is through the intake of calcium-magnesium tablets. Additionally, if the child has the behavior of pulling their hair during sleep, this may be a subconscious action and generally does not require excessive concern.