Question
A six-month-old baby wakes up every few hours during the night and refuses to go back to sleep. What could be the reason?
Answer
It is normal for babies to wake up at night without crying or fussing; this is their way of exploring the world and understanding their environment. Parents should not rush to put the baby back to sleep. They can play with the baby for a while until they are truly tired and will fall asleep naturally. As for kicking off the blanket, it might be because the blanket is too thick or uncomfortable; it’s a good idea to check the thickness and material of the blanket.