Question

My son is 8 months old, and for the past month, he has been suddenly crying while sleeping at night, requiring me to pick him up and comfort him before he can fall asleep again. This happens several times every night. We’ve taken him to the hospital for checks, but the doctors haven’t found any obvious issues. Could this be due to a specific reason? What should we do?

Answer

There could be several reasons for your baby’s restless sleep at night:

  1. Deficiency in trace elements, such as calcium, which can increase brain nerve excitability and cause crying at night. It is recommended to supplement calcium and vitamin D appropriately.
  2. The baby may be too hot or too cold, making the sleeping environment unsuitable.
  3. The baby might be experiencing indigestion or dyspepsia, fever, or an overfull dinner, leading to restless sleep. It is suggested to feed the baby porridge or noodles as solid food at least two to three hours before bedtime and then give a little milk before sleeping.
  4. For the baby’s crying, parents can wait a few minutes before responding, as many times the baby will fall asleep on their own after a brief period of crying. Please note that I am not a doctor, and the above suggestions are for reference only. If the problem persists or worsens, please take your baby to see a doctor immediately to avoid delaying the treatment. We should remain vigilant about individuals posing as professionals online and discourage such behavior.