Baby has restless sleep at night and frequently feeds during the night

Babies may experience restless sleep at night and frequently feed during the night due to either physiological or pathological factors, such as calcium deficiency or colds. Appropriate management strategies can be selected based on the underlying cause.

I. Physiological Factors

If the issue is caused by insufficient breast milk supply or indoor temperatures that are too high or too low, supplemental formula feeding can be considered, and room temperature should be maintained at a comfortable level.

II. Pathological Factors

1. Calcium Deficiency

If restless nighttime sleep is due to calcium deficiency affecting neuronal metabolism in the brain, leading to persistent cortical excitation, calcium supplements may be taken under medical guidance. Examples include calcium carbonate granules, calcium lactate granules, and calcium gluconate oral solution.

2. Common Cold

If symptoms arise from fever due to a cold, with fluid loss from sweating during the fever-reducing process, it's advisable to drink warm water appropriately. Additionally, medications such as pediatric paracetamol-phenyl Ephedrine granules, pediatric cold granules, or Shuanghuanglian oral liquid may be used under medical supervision.

In addition, conditions such as hyperthyroidism could also be potential causes; treatment should follow medical advice.