Question
My baby is three months old, and has been crying a lot while sleeping recently, especially at night. When I try to put him to sleep, he cries even though he’s already sleepy. He falls asleep every ten minutes before 10 PM.
Answer
Based on your description, your baby may be crying at night due to a calcium deficiency. When children are deficient in calcium, they may experience symptoms such as increased excitability of the nervous system, such as being easily startled and excessive sweating. It is recommended to give your child calcium gluconate syrup and cod liver oil, and to undergo digestive treatment. It is best to have blood tests for trace elements to determine if there is a calcium deficiency. For babies between 1 to 6 months old, in addition to food, 200 milligrams of calcium and 400 international units of vitamin D should be supplemented daily. At the same time, consuming foods rich in vitamin D can promote calcium absorption, and children should also be exposed to sunlight appropriately. Wishing your baby a healthy growth.