Patient's question:
The baby is two months old. Recently, I've noticed that he always looks startled. Even a loud sound of closing the door or a cough from us can make him shake his hands a few times. Sometimes he also puts both his hands on his chest. What could be the reason for this? What kind of assistance would you like: The baby is two months old and has recently been showing signs of excessive startle. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
What's wrong with the baby always being startled at two months? Actually, I think this is quite normal. It might be because the baby is too young and has just returned to the mother's body, making them very sensitive to external sounds. But this is also a normal reaction and does not mean the baby is being startled excessively. My baby also often wakes up crying from sleep and takes a long time to be comforted. These are all normal, so don't worry. Don't give the baby random medication. Mom should hold and comfort the baby more often.