Patient's question:
Previously, I usually only drank 2-3 glasses of milk throughout the night. But recently, it seems like I haven't been sleeping well at night, and I've been waking up more frequently. Every time I wake up, I need to drink milk to prevent crying. Sometimes, I only drink a few sips and fall back asleep again. This has made it difficult for me to get proper rest. Everything else about the baby is the same as before, and he seems quite normal. I am exclusively breastfeeding, and my milk supply is very sufficient. What could be going on? I'm worried that the baby might have been frightened or something. Onset time: Examination results:Doctor's answer:
This is normal, not a sickness, and not due to being startled. The baby has grown, and their appetite has increased, which is one reason. At this stage, the baby is also smarter than before. Does your baby have a habit of sleeping during naps while nursing? If so, the child might develop a habit of sleeping with the nipple in their mouth. As soon as they realize the nipple is not in their mouth, they will wake up and look for milk. At this point, you must not give in to their demands immediately. If you do, it will create a habit that will make neither the child nor the adults get proper rest.