Breath-holding spells are episodes in which a child cries because he is hurt, frightened, or upset, turns pale or blue, and loses consciousness. The episodes are involuntary which means that the child cannot control them. They can be triggered by pain, fear, or the child becoming upset. The episodes usually last less than one minute. They may look like a seizure, but there are no seizure discharges seen on the electroencephalogram (EEG) recording of the brain, therefore the child does not need t

Why Do Babies Hold Their Breath When Crying? 🤔👶 Ever noticed your baby crying so hard that they suddenly stop breathing for a few seconds? 😨 This is called a breath-holding spell, and while it looks scary, it’s usually harmless! There are two main types: 🔵 Cyanotic spells – Happen when a baby gets really upset, cries intensely, exhales forcefully, and then stops breathing for a moment. Their face may turn blue due to lack of oxygen. ⚪ Pallid spells – Triggered by sudden fright or minor pain.