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Is it normal for babies to stretch arms & legs (at same time) a bunch of times when they wake up? my son stretches up to 4/5 times when he wakes up.

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Dr. Ivy Fisher answered

Stretching: Yes, it is normal to stretch arms/legs upon awaking as an infant. Observe for blue color, shortness of breath, or not responsive to touch/verbal cues. Any prolonged episode should see MD to rule out seizure activity, especially if movements occur in the day, not with sleep.

Answered 3/3/2018

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A member asked:

Is it normal for babies to stretch arms & legs (at same time) a bunch of times when they wake up? my son stretches up to 4/5 times when he wakes up.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ivy Fisher answered

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