Patient's question:
A forty-day-old infant has been severely frightened by her parents' arguments and is constantly crying. What can be done?Previous treatment history and effectiveness: No treatment has been administered.
What kind of help is desired: It is expected to receive guidance from a doctor. However, since the child's parents have not been consulted, it is currently unclear how to proceed with the visit.
Doctor's answer:
Don't be nervous, every baby who hasn't been born for very long will experience this situation. A slight tremor or a bit of loud noise can wake the baby up, because the baby's nervous system hasn't fully developed yet. Common methods to calm a startled baby include soothing with words and touch. When the baby is startled too much, the mother should immediately comfort the baby with a gentle voice while applying physical contact, such as gently stroking the baby's hair or patting their back. The sound of a loved one and physical touch can quickly make the baby feel safe, achieving the maximum soothing effect. Try to divert the baby's attention.