Patient's question:
It will be full moon in 3 days. Yesterday, when setting off fireworks at home, I made a mistake and the glass of the house was shattered. The doors and windows weren't closed properly either, and the child was startled a few times. Now I am very worried because the baby hasn't been sleeping well and has been crying heavily. Sometimes, it also laughs occasionally...Doctor's answer:
When awake, there are often sudden startles, and during naps, you can touch the child's palm. If it's tense and jumping, it's also a symptom.Recommendations for calming startled children:
1. Calling out: This is a traditional method with no scientific basis. There are many ways to do this—ask your parents or elders. It's a physical method that harms the child, so it's worth trying.
2. Dietary remedies:
- Before 6 months: Lemon water, millet porridge, jujube and goji berry water can be used. Appropriate sugar can enhance serotonin levels, which is good for calming. For example, bananas can be given in moderation (half a banana is sufficient).
- After 6 months: Add green bean lotus seed porridge, pig blood, lily bulb, longan, lotus root, shrimp, clam, and heart/liver-based foods, which are also effective.