Question
An 8-year-old girl often experiences startle reactions after naps and has multiple occurrences each night. This condition has persisted for a year. There has been no previous treatment, and there is no history of allergies or heredity.
Answer
Nighttime startle in children may be caused by a lack of calcium or indigestion. It is recommended to maintain smooth bowel movements, adopt light and easy-to-digest diets, supplement with calcium before bedtime, spend more time in the sun during the day, engage in more outdoor activities, and drink more bone broth. I hope these suggestions can help you, and wish you and your child good health!