My 10-month-old has recently begun waking up numerous times during the night either whimpreing or screaming. I put her in bed with me and noticed that she'll breath normally for about 10 or 15 minutes, then breath rapidly, then stop breating for 7 - 10 seconds. She then wakes herself up, whimpers and goes back to sleep, or screams until I comfort her.
I have an appointment with her doc in 5 days (they couldn't get her in sooner). She always wakes herself up, but I am still concerned.
Is it common for children to develop apnea at her age?
Is there any reason for me to get her in to the doctor sooner, or is it alright to wait a few days? (If I demand an earlier appointment, I will see a nurse practicioner or a doctor that has never seen my daughter)
I am mostly worried that she isn't getting enough restful sleep (and neither am I). I have checked out some stuff on the web, but I was hoping someone out there in answer-land could give me some more insight.
2007-02-03 18:19:42 · 3 answers · asked by For the Love of Yorkies 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Ok. Firstly, I wouldn't be too worried about the amount of restfull sleep the baby is getting, I would be more worried about her breathing.
When you called the Dr. did you explain the symptoms, and all the details of what she is doing?
I know it's hard, but you need to keep telling yourself, If she is only stopping breathing for 7-10 seconds that is one breath in a sleeping child. Is she getting herself worked up before missing a breath? Or is she peacefully sleeping?
If it is Sleep Apnea, I wouldn't say it is a bad case as the missed breath is only 7-10 seconds. An apnea mattress wouldn't even help get you through the night, as reassurance until you get into the Dr, as they only alarm when a breath is not recognised in 30 seconds.
A mothers' instints are usually pretty good!, if you think there is something terrible wrong ,you would know, and you would also know if you should get her in to a Dr. quicker.!.
You will be fine!
But goodluck with it all!
2007-02-04 21:58:23 · answer #1 · answered by Missy Missy! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Glad you are getting to the doctor. I assume you are going to an ENT. I think it's fine to wait a few days, but if you aren't comfortable waiting, see whoever is available. It's worth the co-pay and piece of mind.
2007-02-05 13:33:57 · answer #2 · answered by housebug23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it truly is common for kids to take an prolonged pause between breathes often times. yet when its too the point your infant's lips are turning blue that is minutes devoid of oxygen that is no longer accepted
2016-11-02 06:47:55 · answer #3 · answered by dewulf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋