Why does the baby hum in the early morning every day? What should I do if the newborn baby frequently stretches and hums?

It is common for newborns to stay awake in the middle of the night because they cannot distinguish between day and night. Only when they are familiar with their daily routines can they know when to sleep at night. So, what is the reason for the baby to hum in the early morning every day? Is it because he can't sleep, is he hungry, or is he sick? Let's take a look at the answers provided in this article!

Why does my baby hum every morning?

1. The baby's nervous system is not fully developed

The nervous system of a newborn baby is not yet fully developed. When he is asleep, he is easily awakened by some noises. Sometimes the baby will be scared when he farts, and then he will hum, kick his legs, or cry.

In this case, you can swaddle your baby to simulate the womb environment, so that the baby feels safe and can sleep more peacefully. In addition, after the baby falls asleep, the surrounding environment should not be too noisy, and of course, not too quiet, otherwise a sudden sound will make the baby wake up more easily.

2. The baby is in a light sleep state

The sleep cycle of newborns is different from that of adults. The transition cycle between deep and shallow sleep is very short. When the baby is in a light sleep state, the baby may hum, kick his legs, stretch, cry, etc., as if the baby is about to wake up. At this time, parents should not pick up the baby or feed the baby immediately, as this will easily wake the baby up. You can pat the baby's back to let the baby continue to sleep, or you can stay close to the baby to increase the baby's sense of security.

3. Intestinal flatulence or intestinal colic

The baby's gastrointestinal digestive system is not fully developed. If the baby is not properly cared for or the baby eats too quickly or the feeding method is not equal, it is easy to cause intestinal bloating in the baby. The manifestations of intestinal bloating in the baby are humming, flushing of the face, kicking legs, stretching, etc.

If flatulence is not taken seriously, it can lead to colic. Colic often gets worse in the evening or at night, and the baby will cry and cry, and no matter how you comfort him, he won't stop.

When babies have intestinal flatulence or colic, generally no medication is needed. Mothers can relieve the pain by doing gas-relieving exercises, massaging the baby's belly, holding the baby in an airplane position, or using simethicone. At the same time, when feeding the baby, pay attention to the feeding posture. If the baby is bottle-fed, pay attention to the nipple hole not being too large, and replace the nipple with a suitable one in time.

4. The baby is in a growth spurt

In the first three months after birth, the baby grows very fast, often in a growth spurt. Rapid growth brings a lot of discomfort to the baby, and the baby can't speak, so he can only relieve it by humming, kicking his legs, and stretching.

When the baby is in the growth spurt, mom and dad can often do touch exercises and massage the baby's body to relieve the baby's discomfort.

5. Baby's muscle tension problem

The baby is still young, and his gross motor skills have not yet developed. He does not have the ability to exercise muscle strength well, and cannot stimulate muscles through rolling, crawling, sitting, etc. Therefore, he can only improve his own muscle tension development needs through stretching movements.

This situation generally does not require treatment. As the baby grows older, the gross motor skills will gradually develop and the symptoms will improve.

What to do if your newborn baby frequently stretches and hums

1. Some babies may lack security and cannot sleep well at night. If they really lack a sense of security, parents should touch their children more. Sometimes children may exert force because they are growing. It is best for children to sleep in a quiet environment.

2. Babies who keep humming when sleeping have difficulty falling into deep sleep due to the incomplete development of the nerve center. This humming will gradually improve and disappear with the baby's age.

3. If there is a deficiency, it must be supplemented in time. While supplementing calcium, you should also supplement with cod liver oil, which can promote calcium absorption. I wish your baby good health.

How to stop your baby from whining in the early morning

Pay attention when feeding

When breastfeeding, try to finish one side before switching to the other side to avoid too much air entering the mouth. When feeding with a bottle, make sure to fill the baby with milk. If there is a little left, do not feed the baby to prevent the baby from swallowing more air. Be sure to burp the baby immediately after feeding.

More exercise, more massage

Let your baby move more during the day, help him do abdominal massage and leg kicking. Help him do touch massage every day after taking a bath. Regardless of whether he has bloating or not, you can help your baby do these exercises every day, which can promote the baby's growth and development. When kicking the legs, pressing the legs on the belly is also a good way to exhaust gas.

When the baby cries severely, you can try holding him in an airplane position, or letting him lie on his stomach, or breastfeeding him because swallowing can relieve the discomfort. You can also try a pacifier. Many mothers may be afraid that their baby will become dependent on the pacifier in the future, but compared to his current discomfort, it is generally okay to use it appropriately.

In fact, most babies may experience similar situations when they are young. Parents don’t need to be too anxious. It will pass soon. Cheer for it with your baby.