A 22-day-old baby, restless at night and easily startled

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Baby's sleep instability may be caused by calcium deficiency. It is recommended to supplement with fish oil in appropriate amounts and get more sun exposure. If breastfeeding, it is advised that the mother consumes more foods rich in calcium or those that promote calcium absorption. Examples include dairy products, animal liver, egg yolks, fish, meat, and legumes, which can increase the calcium content in breast milk and provide calcium supplementation for the infant.

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