Question
The baby is 2 months and 10 days old. Over the past few days, they have been eating less breast milk and are even less willing to drink formula. They fall asleep after feeding for just a few minutes and often wake up during their afternoon nap. I’d like to know what’s going on.
Answer
Based on your description, I suggest giving the child a bath and gentle touch before bedtime to help them calm down. The baby’s deep sleep environment should be as quiet as possible; you can pull up the curtains before they nap during the day. Before sleeping, you can play some soft music, dim the lights significantly, which also helps the child achieve deep sleep. Avoid making the child too excited before bedtime as excessive excitement is not conducive to falling asleep. Ensure the child gets enough vitamin D and sun exposure daily, and supplement calcium appropriately. It’s recommended to check the child for trace elements to see if a calcium deficiency might be the cause.