Why does the baby toss and turn when sleeping at night?

There are many common problems for babies. To solve them, we must first understand the causes. In this way, when alleviating the problems, we will know what method to choose. Moreover, when improving baby problems, we cannot choose methods at will, otherwise it will affect the baby's growth. So why do babies toss and turn in their sleep at night? Many parents do not understand this. Let me introduce it in detail below.

Why do babies toss and turn when sleeping at night?

If the baby is feeling unwell, parents should consider the reason. Is the baby not full, is he cold or hot while sleeping, is he frightened, or does he have a stomachache, etc. In addition, the baby may feel uncomfortable if his appetite decreases or he is not as lively and active as before. Let us learn about the reasons why babies toss and turn in their sleep at night. I hope it will be helpful to you and your baby.

There are two situations in which babies have restless sleep: one is physiological: this is an instinctive reaction, a way for babies to express their emotions and needs, which may be due to hunger, heat or cold, being frightened or disturbed by dreams, too much sleep during the day, etc. At this time, parents only need to make adjustments and comfort the baby according to the specific situation to calm the baby down and help the baby sleep well. There is also a pathological condition: it should be given enough attention. Any disease that causes pain, itching and other discomforts to the baby will make the baby sleep disturbed, such as fever, eczema, intestinal cramps, oral ulcers, pinworm infection, etc. In addition, babies who are calcium deficient usually suffer from sweating, bald spots on the back of the head, night terrors, irritability, etc. You can take your baby for trace element testing.

Parents should pay attention to the following before their baby goes to bed:

1. Keep your baby from having too much dinner. Drinking milk once will help him sleep better.

2. Appropriately reduce various stimulations to the body. Taking a hot bath and doing massage before going to bed is conducive to physical relaxation;

3. Don't dress your baby too much when sleeping, and keep the bedding at an appropriate temperature;

4. Parents should try their best to create a good sleeping environment for their baby. It is best to turn off the lights when the baby is sleeping to maintain a comfortable and quiet sleeping environment.

After understanding why babies toss and turn in their sleep at night, to alleviate this situation, you must act according to the baby's situation. It should be noted that improvement of this type of problem must be long-term. Short-term relief will not be of much help to the baby's body. Know what to pay attention to when alleviating the problem of babies tossing and turning in their sleep at night.