Question
Why does my 16-month-old baby keep waking up at night? My baby wakes up five or six times a night, sometimes crying, sometimes urinating. It’s quite a hassle for both of us. Babies of the same age don’t have this problem; some don’t even wake up at night. I want to know what causes my baby to wake up so frequently and what can help alleviate or treat this?
Answer
If a baby cries at night, first consider if the baby is experiencing excessive bowel movements, causing discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract. Second, consider calcium deficiency, as a common symptom of calcium deficiency in babies is crying at night and restless sleep. It is recommended to have the baby undergo a trace element test and get plenty of sunlight. Also, you can provide the baby with foods rich in calcium, such as fish, shrimp shells, kelp, and bone soup. Since the baby is still young and the digestive system may not be fully matured, it is suggested to use food supplements.