Question
A 7-month-old baby recently experienced a decline in sleep quality at night and has little sleep during the day, despite being in good spirits. Parents are concerned whether this is due to a lack of certain trace elements.
Answer
It is recommended to undergo a alkaline phosphatase test at the hospital. If the baby is growing rapidly, it may lead to a deficiency of vitamin D, which in turn can affect sleep. Once the baby’s energy is appropriately released, fatigue will promote good sleep. As long as the baby’s diet is normal, sleeps sufficiently, and maintains good spirits, there is no need to be overly concerned about weight gain or restrict their diet. These phenomena are common and often unavoidable during a baby’s growth, especially in the first year. The baby’s diet and sleep patterns are inherently unstable at this stage, and as long as they do not threaten their healthy growth, they generally do not require attention.