Question
A 45-day-old baby is always crying, and has been restless during sleep since birth. The baby constantly stretches its arms and legs, and will wake up immediately if not promptly comforted. The parents can hardly sleep through the night, always needing someone to keep an eye on the baby. Moreover, the baby loves to cry upon waking up, whether being held or not, crying in bursts. What could be the cause? Is something lacking? Besides the ad being fed now, are there any other issues?
Answer
At 45 days old, the baby is constantly crying and has been restless during sleep since birth, frequently stretching its arms and legs. It will immediately wake up if not promptly soothed. The parents can hardly sleep through the night, always needing someone to keep an eye on the baby. Moreover, the baby loves to cry upon waking up, whether being held or not, crying in bursts. This raises concerns about a possible calcium deficiency.