Question
My child keeps waking up during the day, about seven times in an hour, and doesn’t take naps. They also don’t sleep well at night, constantly waking up. Why is this happening? I’m exhausted every day, and the child is too disobedient. Could they be uncomfortable somewhere?
Answer
If your baby isn’t napping and keeps waking up, it’s not necessarily because they’re being disobedient; it could be a sign of a calcium deficiency. Poor sleep quality and frequent waking can sometimes be accompanied by sweating. Generally, after one month, you can start giving them cod liver oil to prevent further calcium deficiencies. It’s recommended to have a blood calcium test for a clear diagnosis. Treatment for calcium supplementation can include calcium supplements, taken in conjunction with vitamin D orally to enhance calcium absorption. It’s also important to get plenty of sunlight exposure, as it’s effective for calcium absorption.