Question
If a baby is sensitive to stimulating or unpleasant sounds, leading to unstable sleep, how should one properly handle the situation to ensure the baby’s peaceful sleep?
Answer
Newborns typically require 16 to 20 hours of sleep, and adequate sleep is crucial for organ development and the maturation of the nervous system. However, some newborns may exhibit signs of insufficient sleep, which could be due to reasons such as the baby’s lack of established sleep patterns in response to the external environment; insufficient breastfeeding leading to hunger; or discomfort such as not being cleaned promptly after urination or defecation, or pathological issues like otitis media, eczema, or colic. To improve a baby’s sleep quality, it is recommended to create a quiet and comfortable sleeping environment, ensure adequate breastfeeding, and closely monitor for any signs of discomfort in the baby and address them promptly. If there is a suspicion of pathological issues…