Question
After one month and seven days since the newborn’s birth, the baby’s sleep time has decreased, with less than twelve hours each day, sometimes only fifteen or sixteen hours. Frequent urination, but the cause and solution are unknown.
Answer
Possible causes include a deficiency of trace elements, decreased blood calcium levels, leading to increased excitability of the brain and vegetative nervous system, which requires supplementation of calcium and vitamin D. At the same time, excessive excitement, unsuitable indoor temperature, dryness, nasal mucus blockage, and poor digestion may all affect sleep. Improvement methods include creating a good sleep environment, avoiding excessive stimulation before bedtime, timely urination, checking for worms around the anus, avoiding nighttime feeding habits, and adjusting diet.