Question
An infant girl of two weeks old wakes up between 8 and 9 in the morning and does not open her eyes until noon. Even when it’s time for dinner, she closes her eyes to respond, and the same goes for feeding. This behavior has been going on for about a month. How should this be explained?
Answer
The unwillingness of infants to open their eyes in the morning is not a sign of illness but rather a manifestation of their whining. Since they are young, even when they wake up, they often remain immersed in dreams and do not want to wake up early. To avoid waking up too soon, they may continue to rest with their eyes closed. In this situation, parents should not be overly concerned. They can try talking to or singing to the baby to attract their attention, helping them ease their drowsiness and eventually open their eyes. This method is worth a try.