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Poly-Vi-Sol Cause Constipation??
My son was put on poly vi sol w/ iron from about 2 or 3 visit and yes he ... I finally just changed to poly vi sol w/o Iron and that did the trick with the ...
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- ChildLife Liquid Multi is easier on the system, you can purchase it online at www.vitacost.com If you are worried about the vitamin d, Carlson's makes an infant vitam...
- It could be that she's too young for this supplement. Yet at the same time she needs her Vitamin D. I would discontinue and call the doctor about this. Normally, I w...
- This is absolutely common -- iron constipated everyone. Just give her some squirts or prune or apple juice (if it's alright with dr.). And give her lots of tummy time ...
Ok, Need Your Help on Weird Syptoms
OK- Skip the iron pill and eat TOTAL cereal. Regular Total cereal has more ... This iron will take care of your anemia- that's one pill down :-) Good luck! ...
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- Swelling in both feet and hands is normal. however I didn't really have that untill I was 8 months. Face swelling is something to be concerned about. Don't know about ...
- OK- Skip the iron pill and eat TOTAL cereal. Regular Total cereal has more elemental iron than iron pills which takes much longer to absorb into your system. You can...
- You need to go to a doctor so that you can be tested for various things that can happen during a pregnancy. Swelling during pregnancy is completely normal. However, ...
Iron Supplement?
Read all 18 responses: "I had a work physical and my health report recommended that I take an iron supplement for iron-deficiency anemia.
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- My doc recommended StressTabs+Iron for same condition.
- Try slow fe first. I had to take them when I got pregnant. Certain iron pills just make you feel so sick. Sometimes you have to change up. Check with your dr. for samp...
- Hi C., I used to take Slow fe during pregnancies and it worked well especially when taken with vit C because it helps absorb iron better. Now I take Floradix tablets ...
Iron Supplements While Nursing
Read all 7 responses: "I was wondering if anyone knows if it is healthy or not to take iron supplements while breastfeeding. I still breastfeed my 9 month ...
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- Your symtoms can be indicative of other disorders as well. One other thing to consider would be a blood sugar disorder or yeast syndrome. If you eat as much iron fil...
- Hi M.. Are you getting enough vitamin C? I think (you might want to double check) vitamin C helps your body to absorb the iron. So you might need to make sure you're g...
- I also took supplements before pregnancy, but the company I get my vitamins and supplements from said to only use prenatal vitamins during pregnancy. During the preg...
Low Iron
Read all 43 responses: "Hi Moms, The doctor told me today I have low iron. I tested 9.9 and should be at least an 11. Just wondering if I should be taking ...
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- Lots of green, leafy vegetables for you! And cook some red meat in a cast-iron pan - the iron gets into the meat. Beans and raisins are good sources of iron, too. ...
- You will never get a transfusion because of iron deficiency- there's not enough iron in the transfused blood to make a difference. Ask you doctor, but they will proba...
- I have been anemic my whole life and have had 3 sections (for 4 kids). I have taken the CVS brand of iron supplement along with the prenatals with all pregnancies and ...
How to Fight the Fatigue of Anemia, and What Are the Best Multi-vitamins!
Not all anemia is a result of iron deficiency. If your iron levels are normal, DO NOT take iron ... One of the big problems of anemia is the lack of Iron. ...
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- Fluoridex is a great liquid iron supplement. I've seen it at PCC in Seattle area.
- One of the big problems of anemia is the lack of Iron. A good way to make sure you are getting the proper amounts of iron is to pair it with a vitamin C food. Vitami...
- I have been taking nutritional supplements from Advocare since December and have never had so much energy and been so healthy! They have a complete line of products f...
How Do You Clean a Waffle Iron?
Read all 18 responses: "I got a waffle iron for Christmas but it cannot be submerged to clean it. I spray it with oil prior to baking the waffles, ...
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- I also wipe my waffle iron down when it is hot. Or let the heat burn everything off. One other thing I do is use a pastry brush to get in the grooves. But, don't us...
- I would use a brush of some sort- like a bottle brush for baby bottles. That would get in between the squares with less work than a cloth.
- wipe it off with a damp cloth to clean it so i hope this help you out a little about me my name i s J. a mo of four kids there are older jessi 15 allen 13 wendy 9...
Enfamil Lipil W/ Iron vs Kirkland Formula
Read all 9 responses: "Hello, I'm down to breastfeeding during the night and using formula for all other feedings. Formula is expensive!
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- Try making your own formula. We tried the Kirkland brand but our daughter got horribly fussy on it. Take rice milk (4 oz) and add .5 or 1 tablespoon of Flaxseed Oi...
- HI L.! I used the Kirkland brand, as well as other store brands for both of my children. They are way more cost effective, and according to my doctor, they are jus...
- Although they are all pretty similar in nutritional value, I HATED the way that all of the formulas created so many bubbles when you shake it. I felt like I was feedi...
Iron Supplements for 13-Month-old??
Oct 11, 2009 ... Read all 19 responses: "Hi ladies! We recently found out my 13-month-old has pretty low iron levels and our ped wanted to start him on some ...
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- I've recently been making smoothies for my daughter w/pureed steamed greens and fruit. They taste pretty good - we call it Super Smoothie!
- Cream of wheat with added blackstrap molasses would be very high in iron, and he might think it was super yummy with a good texture. Iron absorbs best with vitamin C,...
- Yep, Poly-Vi-Sol tastes horrid, but it works. Just mix it in with something that your son already eats or drinks. I put it in yogurt or smoothies and my son doesn't ...
1 1/2 Year Old - Anemic
She had to take iron supplements and had blood transfusions. .... She had to raise her iron to have an at home birth that was already paid for. ...
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- Hi D.... My oldest daughter still to this day will test anemic with the finger poke method...I don't enjoy the torture of a full on blood draw, but I finally had to...
- They will eat when they are hungry... but if you're worried about what they eat, you could try mixing stuff in a smoothie (straws are magical!). A little spinach in a...
- Sneaky chef is awesome. If she eats a lot of the same thing this will bring veggie's into her diet without her knowing. It takes a little work, not much, but it will h...
