A member asked:

My 9 month old was napping & while she was dreaming she let out big sigh and held her breath for 2-3 seconds before breathing again. why?

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Dr. Kristin Sokol answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Normal: Infants and even older babies and toddlers hold their breath for long periods, even some have breath holding spells. If she is otherwise healthy, nothing to worry about

Answered 8/17/2016

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