Often parents of new born babies get shocked to see how their babies hold their breath while sobbing. This habit that many newborn babies have is commonly termed as Breath-Holding Spells (BHS). In this babies usually appear to hold their breath like for eternity.

Also known as, Expiratory Apnea, Breath-Holding Spells have the power to affect even healthy infants. So, it is essential that parents know how to deal with their babies who suffer from Breath-Holding Spells.

Taken as a terrifying experience, Breath-Holding Spells or BHS are both involuntarily and reflexively done. These spells usually last from 2 to 20 seconds and can even last as long as a minute.

In many cases, doctors reassure parents that Breath-Holding Spell is not harmful for their children. During this spell, a child often changes his skin color. It is believed that when Breath-Holding Spells takes place, you should lay your hand on the child’s back and protect his head from any injury.