For premature infants, many people know that their health is not as good as that of normal babies, so it is important to spend more energy taking care of them. Sometimes friends find that premature infants sleep in a very orderly manner, not crying or making noise. But this actually makes people a little worried. So, what's wrong with premature babies not crying, not making noise, and loving to sleep?
What's wrong with premature babies not crying, not making noise, and sleeping
It is normal for babies to sleep without crying or making noise. In order to meet the needs of their physical growth and development, babies spend more than half of their day sleeping. Newborns are usually very sleepy, and by the time they are seven or eight months old, their condition will be much better, they will become very energetic, and they will start crying frequently. Their sleep will gradually decrease, but during the period when babies are just born, they do have a lot of sleep.
What should I do if my baby is drowsy
If the baby is feeling drowsy, first observe if there is a fever. It should be noted that the mother's hands are not thermometers and cannot accurately measure the baby's body temperature. So novice parents need to use a thermometer to measure their baby's temperature, and the normal axillary temperature is 36 ℃ to 37 ℃. If the temperature is too high, seek medical attention as soon as possible, as it may be more than just a sign of fever.
If the body temperature test is normal, it is important to be vigilant and observe carefully. First, recall the baby's eating habits, whether there is low blood sugar, and then check if there is any medication ingestion. Then, check if all family members are experiencing drowsiness and determine if there are toxic gases present. This way, all possible situations can be ruled out one by one. Furthermore, if a baby who is usually active and lively suddenly becomes very quiet and sleepy, and cries and struggles while eating, it should be a sign of physical illness.
Babies love to sleep, and most of the day is spent sleeping, which is something many mothers know. But if a child experiences abnormal drowsiness, then caution should be exercised to see if there are any health issues with the child. In order to be at ease, it is best for everyone to observe their child's daily life and communicate with the doctor in a timely manner if there are any problems.
