Question
My newborn is 19 days old and has very little sleep during the day and night. They are energetic and do not cry or fuss. Is this normal?
Answer
It could be a sign of calcium deficiency, although the symptoms are mild, severe cases might also occur at night. It is advisable to go to the hospital for a trace element test to confirm if there is a calcium deficiency. If there is, it is important to start calcium supplementation treatment as soon as possible, and also take fish liver oil and expose the baby to sunlight to enhance calcium absorption. Usually, after supplementation, the symptoms will gradually improve. Additionally, spending more time playing with the baby during the day can help exhaust their energy, thereby increasing both sleep duration and quality. When the baby is sleeping, it’s important to keep the environment dark and quiet, avoiding any stimuli, which is beneficial for the baby’s health.