14 mo startling in sleep

[zombiemeow]

My 14 mo ds has always been a crap sleeper.

He woke up a while ago and wouldn't settle, which usually happens. I picked him up and was holding him and he kept startling (think that's what it's called? His arms were flying out) every few seconds and went on for quite a while. I managed to get him to sleep, although still startling.

When I put him down he startled again and woke himself up.

I haven't noticed him doing that before. Is it normal? Or should I be worried?

[AlwaysDancing1234]

My DD was doing this recently, due to pain from teething.
My DS used to have night terrors where he'd have a bad dream and flail around in his sleep. Alarming to watch but all 'normal' and he outgrew it white quickly.

[zombiemeow]

thanks Always. Teething would make sense, he woke up with cheeks that were so red

[AlwaysDancing1234]

Aw poor little guy. DD was awake half the night through teething, bit snotty with it as well. I know some kids cut teeth without fuss by mine both really struggle with it
Here's hoping for a better day/night!

[AlwaysDancing1234]

I meant to say it's worth checking with HV/GP though especially if he has a temperature

[zombiemeow]

No temp and last night was better he's up a lot in the night but I'd never seen him do that before.