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Hi I have 5months old who cries / sob alot in his sleep. Is this normal and should I wake him up when he sob?
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If baby is comfortable and feeding well, then nothing to do as this is baby’s behavior Usually baby cries out of hunger at night so make sure to feed the baby
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