Question
A five-month-old baby starts crying shortly after falling asleep after dinner at grandmother’s house, with each sleep session lasting only about half an hour. The baby cries with eyes closed, and after being comforted, can fall asleep again, but the crying resumes soon after. This situation has never occurred before. What could be the possible reasons?
Answer
A five-month-old baby’s crying and sleep instability during sleep may be due to calcium deficiency caused by vitamin D deficiency, leading to increased excitability of the nervous and muscular system. Additionally, the baby’s adaptation to a new environment may also be a cause of the crying. It is recommended that parents hold the baby more during this time to increase their sense of security and avoid excessive worry, as parents’ emotions can also affect the baby. You can try using the airplane hold to soothe the baby.