unusual sleep behavior?

Yali Brennan | Sep 21, 2009 | 0 | Posted in Baby Talk

Dear all, I am a new mom with a 3-week old baby boy.Ever since my son was born, I notice that when he sleeps at night, he makes lots noises accompany with arms and legs weaving and kicking, it's as if he is in an action film.  I was concerned because I don't know if this is normal and whether or not he is getting the rest he needs.  Lately, the action film seems to have turn into Friday the 13th series, he is literally screaming, struggling like he is trying to get himself out of the nightmare.  In addition, he choke on himself a few times.  Thankfully, his crib is right next to my bed that I was able to quickly pick him up.  So throughout the night, I respond to his every sounds in fear that something might happen, in addition to average 2-3 hour breastfeeding.  By the time morning comes, I am completely exhausted.  I want to know if anyone experiences baby talking/screaming/phyhsical active like my son during the night.  Is this normal or indicate medical concern?  Will it go away?  Thank you.