How babies sleep is a headache for adults. What position should I sleep in to provide the greatest protection for my baby? Adults usually sleep next to their babies while they sleep. Many mothers see their babies shaking their heads when they fall asleep. Do any mothers know why their babies shake their heads when they sleep? What is the best sleeping position for a baby?
Why does a baby shake their head when they want to sleep?
1. Long term failure to wash hair or scalp lesions can cause discomfort in the baby's scalp. At this time, if the baby cannot speak, they will naturally shake their head to inform their parents.
2. Eczema is a common skin disease among young babies. Eczema is quite itchy, and babies are young and cannot express their feelings through language. They naturally choose body language to tell their mothers about their discomfort, so shaking their heads while sleeping is one of them. If the pain of eczema can be alleviated at this time, the phenomenon of babies shaking their heads while sleeping will also disappear.
3. If the baby's growth rate is too fast, it will cause temporary calcium deficiency in the baby. Generally, babies with calcium deficiency will have the following reactions: shaking their head, rubbing against the pillow, spreading, rib inversion, night crying, restless sleep, etc. Calcium deficiency seriously affects the baby's growth and development.
What should I do if my baby shakes their head while sleeping?
1. Exposure to sunlight is also the best way for calcium absorption in the skin. It is recommended for babies to stay in the sun for 2 hours a day, but avoid direct exposure to strong sunlight.
2. Due to the high calcium content in breast milk and formula, and the low content of vitamin D, calcium supplements can meet the current needs of the baby's body. Fish liver oil promotes the absorption of calcium supplements, so additional supplementation of fish liver oil is necessary.
The solution to sleep shaking caused by scalp itching is very simple. Mothers should regularly wash and bathe their babies to keep their heads dry, and the problem will naturally be solved.
Shaking your head when a baby wants to sleep is not a big problem, but it is a psychological state that can be expressed through body language during sleep. This only occurs when the baby is sleeping. The mother sleeps next to the baby and takes good care of them for a while. Once the baby is completely asleep, there will be no problem. Just pay attention to the baby's nutrition in daily life.
