A Nigerian mother recently captured the attention of many online after sharing her concerns about her baby’s unusual habit of constantly looking upward and rarely looking down.
In a TikTok video, the mother sought advice and possible explanations for her child’s behavior, expressing both worry and curiosity. She questioned, “Am I the only one experiencing this? My baby is always looking up. I don’t understand why. Even when you try to bring her head down, she keeps looking up. What could this be? Is there something there?”
Her emotional appeal struck a chord with viewers, prompting a wave of responses offering suggestions, comfort, and shared experiences.
As the video gained popularity, several commenters shared their thoughts:
𝔹𝕖𝕤𝕥🎒: “She only looks up to God. Baba God Bonjour.”
Saryta: “It could be absence seizures… I’m not sure, but I’ve seen similar comments.”
Sherry Coco Vanilla 🩺❤️: “This might be a sign of absence seizures. Please consult a doctor to confirm and ensure her well-being 🙏🏻.”
Queen B 🇳🇬🇩🇪: “This sounds like absence seizures. My daughter has experienced it since she was three, and now at five, it’s still ongoing. Please monitor her closely.”
Royalbraids_lethbridge🇨🇦: “Take her to a doctor immediately. This could be an absence seizure and should not be ignored.”
Cynthia Robert: “It might just be a developmental stage. My baby did something similar, and it wasn’t related to seizures.”
Mimi😊😊🌹: “Maybe she wants some fufu and vegetable soup. Serve her, and she’ll look down!”
DAVID LUSAKHA🇰🇪: “I’ve read comments saying it’s called absence seizures, but I’m not sure myself.”
Sampora: “This could just be normal behavior. Don’t stress; she might simply be a very observant child.”
AngeShash: “Rather than forcing her head down, try shifting her focus downward using sounds or objects that catch her attention.”
The post has sparked an outpouring of support and advice, reflecting the shared concerns and varied experiences of parents worldwide.