Why does a 5-month-old baby shake his head?

A five-month-old baby still needs care from his parents. Because the baby is still young, problems may arise in all aspects. Even when the baby is sleeping, his body may be harmed if you are not careful, such as being pressed by something and causing difficulty breathing. Well, in life, many parents say that their five-month-old babies always shake their heads. Is this a disease?

Observe carefully to see if the baby wants to urinate, looks a little frightened, or has other needs when shaking his head. See if the baby's pillow is too hard. If the baby shakes his head and scratches his ears, and there is redness and swelling when examined, you should consider the possibility of ear inflammation.

Calcium deficiency. Because babies need a lot of calcium for growth and development, if the supplement is insufficient or the absorption is poor, the baby will suffer from calcium deficiency. Calcium deficiency will lead to increased sweating, itchy scalp, and the baby will shake his head while sleeping. Therefore, it is important to check the cause in time and give the correct treatment.

What abilities will a five-month-old baby have?

The five-month-old baby's perception ability is further strengthened, and the functions of his hands have improved. He will often hold on to things he gets in his hands. He is no longer as obedient in bed as he was at two or three months old. He begins to turn over by himself. When he hears adults talking, he will make sounds of "hmm" and "ah" to communicate with them. He begins to recognize his mom and dad and will avoid strangers.

A five-month-old baby is already very cute and has gained a lot of knowledge, so babies at this age are very lovable. It is normal for babies to shake their heads. But if it happens too frequently, you should pay attention to see if the baby's skin is inflamed. Also, you should check the baby's trace elements to see if it is caused by calcium deficiency.