Question
Why does a one-month-old baby cough forcefully while sleeping?
Answer
When a baby is about four months old, they may continue to cough loudly while sleeping at night, sometimes even passing gas, which can cause restless sleep during the night. Doctors suggest that if a deficiency in calcium has been detected in the baby, they may experience sleep disturbances or night terrors. It is recommended to supplement the baby’s calcium for a period of time and take the baby outside to bask in the sun to promote calcium absorption. If sunbathing is not enough, a moderate amount of fish liver oil can be given to help the baby absorb and utilize calcium.