Possible cause for concern: Reasons for teeth grinding in babies can include the sensation of new teeth, pain (from an earache or teething, for example), and breathing problems, such as from a stuffy nose. Although the sound may be nerve-racking, the grinding probably won't hurt your baby's teeth. Grinding can occur at any age, but it's most common in babies who are getting their first teeth (usually around 6 months). More than half of babies grind their teeth, especially while asleep. And don't put pillows, bumpers, or blankets in the crib to cushion the blows – loose bedding raises the risk of SIDS. Tighten the screws and bolts on their crib regularly. What to do about it: Tell your doctor about it, just to be safe. Possible cause for concern: In rare instances, especially if your baby has developmental delays, head banging could signal a problem. It's seldom a sign of any emotional or developmental issue. Some kids may continue to head bang longer. Head banging often starts after a baby is 6 months old and may go on for several months or even years, but most children outgrow it by age 2 or 3. For some kids, it becomes a way to self soothe. They may do this to distract themself from pain – if they're teething, for example, or have an ear infection. It may seem strange, but it's common and harmless for your baby to bang their head. Like rocking, head banging is a common behavior some babies use to comfort themselves. And tighten the screws and bolts on their crib regularly, because all that motion may work them loose. Move their crib away from the wall if the rocking is unusually loud.
If your baby senses you're trying to stop the rocking, they may take it as a challenge and persist in the behavior. What to do about it: It's best to take a low-key approach to rocking. It usually isn't a sign of any behavioral or emotional problem. Body rocking starts at about 6 to 9 months old and may be accompanied by head banging. Some babies will rock on all fours or even while sitting up. Many babies are soothed by rhythmic back-and-forth movements, such as the gentle motion of a rocking chair. But if your baby's forehead, tongue, nails, lips, or the trunk of their body looks persistently blue, they may be having trouble getting enough oxygen. It's also not unusual for a newborn's hands and feet to appear bluish at times – this can happen if your baby is crying or coughing, or if they're a bit cold. The doctor will want to investigate possible causes and ensure your baby is getting enough oxygen. But if pauses last longer than 20 seconds, let your child's doctor know. This may be due to an immature brain stem (which regulates breathing). Possible cause for concern: Some infants might have pauses in breathing for up to 20 seconds, which is normal. Doctors call this "periodic breathing," and it's common in babies until they're about 6 months old.
They might breathe rapidly at first, then more slowly, before pausing for five to 10 seconds and resuming rapid breathing, and so on. You've probably noticed your baby's breathing rhythm changes as they sleep. Sometimes, though, they can signal a medical problem.
Though strange, these behaviors are often normal. Here are other baby sleep habits that can worry new parents. But always talk to your baby's doctor about anything you're concerned about. Conditions like these are fairly rare, and babies are usually screened for serious congenital heart conditions at birth. Certain medical conditions, such as heart disease, can cause sweating in babies. If your baby is younger than 2 months old and has a fever, call their doctor. A temperature of 100.4 or higher is a fever. If your baby's sweating and you don't see a reason for them to be hot, it's a good idea to check their temperature. Intense crying can cause your baby to work up a sweat. As a general rule, dress your baby in as many layers as you're comfortable in with the given temperature. If your baby is sweating, try cooling their environment a little or taking off a layer. Since babies (especially newborns) have an underdeveloped nervous system, they aren't able to regulate their temperature as well as adults are.
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