What to do about a sixteen-month-old baby's irritable temper

Dec 06, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ma Yan
Introduction
A 16-month-old baby's irritability can generally be alleviated through appropriate education, psychological counseling, and medication if necessary. Since babies are naturally inclined to imitate others or may become irritable due to insufficient parental attention, their temperaments can be easily affected. Parents should comfort the baby when they become angry and patiently explain things. In this way, the baby's temperament will gradually improve with age.

Temper tantrums in a 16-month-old baby can generally be alleviated through appropriate education, psychological counseling, medication, and other methods.

1. Appropriate education: Since babies are naturally imitative and may become irritable due to insufficient parental affection, parents should comfort the baby when they become angry, rather than scolding them. Patiently explaining things helps improve the baby's temper as they grow older.

2. Psychological counseling: Childhood anxiety is often related to genetic, neurological, and psychological factors, which can make babies irritable and restless. It is recommended to seek professional medical guidance and use psychological counseling to help relieve the baby's irritability.

3. Medication: If the baby has inadequate or abnormal calcium intake, calcium deficiency may occur, leading to irritability. Under a doctor's supervision, oral supplements such as calcium gluconate solution or pediatric calcium carbonate D3 granules can be used for treatment.

In addition to the above methods, taking the baby outdoors for fresh air and engaging in appropriate physical exercise can also help alleviate symptoms.