In daily life, some babies may suddenly wake up and cry while sleeping at night. This is usually a sign of illness, and it is best to go to the hospital for relevant examinations. Some have gastrointestinal discomfort, some have calcium deficiency or abdominal pain, and timely treatment is enough. Below are some health knowledge about babies crying at night.
1、 Why does a one and a half year old baby always cry in the middle of the night
1. Intestinal intussusception: I believe everyone has heard of this disease. The so-called intestinal intussusception is when the end of the patient's small intestine is inserted into the large intestine. Patients with intestinal intussusception may experience symptoms such as vomiting, bloating, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, abnormal bowel movements such as watermelon water or strawberry jam. Usually, doctors can diagnose the condition through ultrasound. If the intussusception cannot be untied by enema, surgical treatment must be performed.
2. Swelling: During infancy and early childhood, the digestive system of babies is not yet fully developed, and with the need to lie down every day, the food they eat can easily accumulate in their stomachs, leading to bloating. In addition, if the baby continues to cry or if the nipple hole is too large, too small, or constipated, causing the baby to be unable to exhale normally, bloating may occur.
3. Calcium deficiency: If a baby cannot sleep well at night for a long time and is more likely to wake up, this situation is likely caused by calcium deficiency. Generally speaking, relying solely on breast milk cannot meet the baby's needs for vitamin D. Insufficient vitamin D in the baby's body can affect calcium absorption and lead to secondary rickets, which is mainly characterized by waking up easily in the early stages.
2、 What should I do if my baby cries at night
1. Observe its changes calmly
When a baby cries at night, don't rush to react. Wait a few minutes and see, because if the baby cries a few times, it may be a dream or something, and they will fall asleep naturally after a few minutes. If the mother disturbs her at this moment, it will actually make her unable to fall asleep.
2. Dietary needs
Babies may cry at night because they are thirsty, hungry, or even want to pee. The baby cannot speak, so we can only use crying to remind us that she has a need. When the baby wakes up and cries, she first urinates, then feeds water and milk, and gently patting her to let her continue sleeping.
The above is about the health knowledge of babies crying at night, which is generally a symptom of illness and requires timely medical treatment. Some may not even sleep at night, while others may be due to hunger and can be coaxed to continue sleeping. It is important to note that babies should not be overly excited before going to bed and should supplement calcium. Some may have insufficient calcium.
