Question

Over the past two days, the infant has been frequently restless at night, even going through the night without sleep last night. They stare at the light on the ceiling and play at midnight. There has also been a persistent cough, and medication has not improved the condition. What could be the cause? How can it be resolved?

Answer

  1. Waking up or being startled at night may be a sign of calcium deficiency. If parents notice their baby waking up during the night, they should consider the possibility of calcium deficiency. Calcium deficiency is a common issue and may also lead to other diseases. Parents should ensure their baby gets enough sunlight before evening and supplement with calcium and vitamins appropriately.
  2. During spring and summer, babies tend to lose more water, so it’s important to pay attention to hydration to avoid affecting growth and development or causing heatstroke. Adequate water can be supplemented during feeding, and a small amount of salt can be added to the water. With longer days and hot weather in summer, along with an increase in mosquitoes, it may affect the baby’s sleep. Extending the daytime nap time can help balance this, but it should not be excessive to avoid the baby being overly energetic at night and not wanting to sleep.