Vitamin Supplements for Breastfeeding Babies
Does breastfeeding baby need supplements?
The American Academy of Pediatrics currently recommends that you give your baby a vitamin D and a B12 supplement if he's exclusively breastfed or drinks less than 17 ounces per day of fortified formula.
The easiest way to ensure appropriate amounts of both is to administer a daily dose of over-the-counter infant drops containing multivitamins and iron. Check with your baby's doctor for a specific recommendation for the type and dose.
Answered by
Dr. Lillian M. Beard
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