Patient's question:
Doctor, a 50-day-old baby can sleep for 22 hours, is that too much sleep? They always have trouble sleeping during naps, sleep well when held, but wake up as soon as they are put down.Doctor's answer:
A 50-day-old baby sleeps 20 hours a day because the brain is not fully developed at this age. It is normal for babies to sleep more, and the average sleep time for a 50-day-old baby is 18-20 hours. Good quality deep sleep has a very positive effect on the intellectual development of the child. However, if the child shows signs of lethargy when awake, it is important to be alert to possible infections and seek medical attention for a thorough examination.