When a baby is two months old, they may experience not sleeping during the day, which can be confusing for many parents. This situation may be caused by various factors:
Deficiency in trace elements, especially low blood calcium, may lead to unstable nighttime sleep in babies, requiring adequate supplementation of calcium and vitamin D. Additionally, a lack of zinc may also manifest as poor skin condition around the mouth.
Environmental factors are also crucial, as overheating, extreme cold, overly dry air, or nasal congestion may affect the baby’s sleep quality.
Excessive excitement before bedtime is also a common reason. It is recommended to create a quiet, warm, softly lit environment for the baby before bedtime, avoiding vigorous play or stimulating entertainment to ensure the baby can relax and prepare for sleep.
Check if the baby has parasite issues such as pinworms, as this can sometimes cause sleep interruptions.
Frequent night feedings may inadvertently cultivate a habit of the baby waking up at night to eat, so feeding times should be gradually adjusted to reduce nighttime feedings.
Digestive issues such as indigestion, excessive internal heat, or overeating at dinner can also affect sleep, and solid foods should be given a few hours before bedtime.
For breastfed babies, emotional dependency on breastfeeding may develop.
Using diapers can prevent disturbances from changing diapers at night and ensure that the diapers are comfortable and not too tight.
Help the baby develop self-soothing sleep abilities, reduce dependence on being rocked to sleep or nursing to sleep.
Avoid letting the baby fall asleep with a pacifier to prevent dependency.
Improving the issue of a baby not sleeping during the day requires considering various factors comprehensively, adjusting caregiving methods and lifestyle habits timely, and creating an environment conducive to sleep for the baby. Additionally, proper nutrition planning for the baby is equally important for promoting their healthy growth.
