Why Does My Baby Sleep With Their Eyes Partially Open?

Baby sleeping with half-open eyes may be caused by normal physiological phenomena, spleen deficiency, daytime fright, or genetic factors from parents. If the baby's half-open eyes are caused by spleen deficiency, it may be accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain and anorexia. It is important to maintain a reasonable and healthy diet for the baby, avoid excessive light during sleep, and prevent the baby from being frightened.

1. The baby's eyelid muscles may be loose, resulting in the eyelids appearing slightly open or not fully closed when relaxed, which is a normal physiological phenomenon.

2. Spleen deficiency can also cause this condition. If the baby has symptoms of spleen deficiency, they may sleep with half-open eyes and often experience accompanying symptoms such as abdominal pain, anorexia, and diarrhea.

3. If the baby experiences a fright during the day and feels insecure, they may not sleep deeply and have a quarter of their eyelids remaining unclosed, making them easily startled.

4. Genetic factors from parents may also play a role. After six months or one year of age, as the eyelids develop and mature, this condition often disappears naturally and poses no significant health risks to the baby.

1. If the baby's sleep quality is good the next day and they do not show signs of fatigue or excessive sleepiness, no treatment is necessary.

2. If the condition is caused by spleen deficiency, it is recommended to provide spleen-strengthening treatment for the baby, such as administering Sijunzi Tang.

3. Avoid sleep environments with excessive lighting.

4. Prevent the baby from experiencing frights during the day.

5. Emphasize regular eating habits and attention to the baby's health to avoid damaging the spleen and stomach.