Question
A baby born 16 days ago has been making noises while sleeping since the night before yesterday, resembling the sound of defecation. Occasionally, the baby’s face turns red, and its legs kick wildly, leading to unstable sleep. The baby’s milk feeding and other aspects are normal. What could be the cause?
Answer
The transition from the womb to the outside world is a process that newborns go through. Additionally, newborns are just beginning to establish their absorption functions in the digestive system, and their digestive organs have not yet fully matured. Sometimes, this can lead to severe gastrointestinal pain. This may cause the baby to feel uncomfortable and exhibit these symptoms. The above suggestions may be helpful to you; wish your baby good health!