Question
My baby is almost a month old, and from birth until now, they sleep well, but suddenly start to kick their limbs and cry as if severely scared. It’s better during the day, but very severe at night. They rarely sleep through the night. They cry every time after feeding. We breastfeed and also give them milk. The situation now is that they cry after feeding, and are playful for at least half an hour. After half an hour of sleep, they wake up scared and playful for another half hour.
Answer
This is likely due to calcium deficiency or a related cause. Babies with calcium deficiency often have difficulty sleeping, are restless, and tend to wake up easily. Recommendations: It is suggested to treat the calcium deficiency with supplements such as lactose calcium granules and cod liver oil, combined with sun exposure to see if there’s any improvement. We know that tetany in infants can cause significant harm to children. If not treated promptly or with incorrect methods, its progression can be rapid, posing great harm to the child. Therefore, it is crucial to seek timely treatment at a professional hospital for proper treatment.