Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Mood And Behavior Changes In Infants?
Question: Hi doctor,
My baby boy is 5 months and 2 weeks. He had been active n making lotsa noises, kicking and playful. Yesterday after waking up in the morning , he felt "moody" became quieter and "good boy "
He still smiled when we played with him but the sudden change of mood is quiet drastic ... Feeding is fine ... Not irritable or crying ... Jux "depressed and moody"
Any suggestion ?
My baby boy is 5 months and 2 weeks. He had been active n making lotsa noises, kicking and playful. Yesterday after waking up in the morning , he felt "moody" became quieter and "good boy "
He still smiled when we played with him but the sudden change of mood is quiet drastic ... Feeding is fine ... Not irritable or crying ... Jux "depressed and moody"
Any suggestion ?
Brief Answer:
no problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Don't worry. This is not uncommon in babies at this age.
Change in mood and behaviour can happen normally in babies at this age.
If he is feeding well and not irritable or crying, there is no need to worry.
Keep a watch on his activities. Ensure he is passing urine and stools normally as usual.
Make sure he does not have any swelling or injury or bruise anywhere in his body.
If he develops any symptoms better to consult your pediatrician.
Wishing your baby good health
Regards
Dr Arun
no problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Don't worry. This is not uncommon in babies at this age.
Change in mood and behaviour can happen normally in babies at this age.
If he is feeding well and not irritable or crying, there is no need to worry.
Keep a watch on his activities. Ensure he is passing urine and stools normally as usual.
Make sure he does not have any swelling or injury or bruise anywhere in his body.
If he develops any symptoms better to consult your pediatrician.
Wishing your baby good health
Regards
Dr Arun
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi dr,
Thks for ur reply.
I had uploaded some pictures of supplements off the shelves for babies.
I wonder if it would be good to add a little of these solution to my baby diet as he is starting solid food soon at 6 months .
Will it be a health booster?
Thks for ur reply.
I had uploaded some pictures of supplements off the shelves for babies.
I wonder if it would be good to add a little of these solution to my baby diet as he is starting solid food soon at 6 months .
Will it be a health booster?
Brief Answer:
yes you can
Detailed Answer:
Yes you can.
But don't give for more than a month.
Vitamin C is good but may not be as effective as vaccinations in boosting immunity.
Unnecessary vitamin supplements can be harmful to the body.
If your doctor has found some signs of vitamin deficiency then he might prescribe for a longer duration.
Otherwise use minimally.
Regards
yes you can
Detailed Answer:
Yes you can.
But don't give for more than a month.
Vitamin C is good but may not be as effective as vaccinations in boosting immunity.
Unnecessary vitamin supplements can be harmful to the body.
If your doctor has found some signs of vitamin deficiency then he might prescribe for a longer duration.
Otherwise use minimally.
Regards
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
