Patient's question:
Now the baby wakes up 5-8 times every night. When he wakes up, he cries. After drinking a little milk, he falls back asleep again (breastfeeding 0). I wonder what the baby is missing? What should I eat to make up for it?Doctor's answer:
Now the child's condition is considered to be caused by calcium deficiency, leading to restless sleep at night. Currently, attention should be paid to preventing colds, and getting more sunlight can help. Oral supplements like Lao Li Calcium or Zhuang Gu Chong Ji can be taken for treatment.For infants aged 4 to 6 months who cry, it is best not to respond immediately. Wait a few minutes, as most children who wake up at night naturally fall back asleep within a few minutes. If the crying persists, parents should approach to comfort the child, but avoid turning on the light, playing with them, picking them up, or shaking them.
If the crying intensifies, wait two more minutes and then check again. Consider whether the child is hungry, wet, or showing signs of fever or other illnesses.