Patient's question:
Why doesn't the baby nap all day long? Sometimes they sleep all day, and sometimes they don't. When they do sleep, it's not peaceful. When they don't nap, they always urinate frequently, sometimes changing every two minutes. What's going on? Is it due to calcium deficiency? When can they start taking liquid calcium?Medical history and effectiveness of treatment: None.
What kind of assistance is needed: I want to know if the poor sleep is caused by calcium deficiency. Is it normal to urinate so frequently?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, mom, if the baby sleeps deeply during the day, the deep sleep at night will increase. The parents believe that a re-adjustment is needed. Additionally, the baby still sleeps restlessly and frequently experiences recurrence, which interferes with deep sleep. Consider the possibility of calcium deficiency in the mom. Full-term babies should be provided with vitamin D two weeks after birth to enhance calcium metabolism. Provide it promptly. If the mom continues to digest vitamin D, she can give the baby a combination of calcium supplements for treatment, such as calcium carbonate granules, liquid calcium, etc. The mom can first address these two aspects. If the issue still persists, it is recommended to seek follow-up promptly.