Does a 3-month-old baby waking up frequently at night need to supplement with calcium?

Patient's question:

My little one is almost 3 months old. During the day and night, he always sleeps for 1-2 hours and then wakes up. Moreover, many times when he seems to be asleep and is put back in bed, he suddenly jolts awake and starts crying within less than 5 minutes. My friends say he might be calcium deficient, but I have been giving him calcium supplements every day. What could be going on? Urgent, urgent, urgent.

Doctor's answer:

According to your description, it is recommended to give the child a bath and massage before going to sleep at night to help them calm down. The baby's deep sleep environment should be as quiet as possible, and curtains can be drawn during the day before sleep. Soft music can be played before sleep, and the lights can be dimmed, which is beneficial for the child's deep sleep. Avoid amusing the child too much before sleep, as excessive excitement can also aid in sleep. Daily intake of digestive vitamin D and more sun exposure is beneficial for calcium absorption. You can purchase infant calcium supplements and start with half a month.

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