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Do I Really Need to Take Some Pills?
Asked by M.A. from Hartford
on August 14, 2009
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Hello everyone,
I just had my annual gynecologyst appointment today, and he said since I'm 40 yo, I should start taking Vitamin D, calcium and aspirin. So far I don't...
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- Vit D is the new hot research so it's not surprising they brought it up. But the 'since you are over 40' is mildly arbitrary for that since we are finding vitamin D-de...
- A lot of people "do" need vitamin D and calcium and don't know it. But not "everyone". Do not take them until you have your levels checked first. A good doctor shoul...
- HI M., What did your blood test read? If you have not had blood test stating you are low in Vit D, calcium......I would not. Nor would I take a aspirin if I didn't ...
Does Anyone Give Vitamin D to Infants/toddlers?
Asked by S.C. from Lancaster
on October 22, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone gives their infants vitamin D supplements. When did you start and how much do you give? Did your pediatrician recommend? Has anyone had any e...
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- The vitamin D available in breastmilk is extremely bioavailable, meaning that your baby/child can actually absorb it! Plus, when you are pregnant, your baby absorbs e...
- I breastfed my daughter until she was 1 and we did give her Polyvisol for vitamin D supplementation. No issues and she was a very healthy baby throughout all of that!...
- I've only ever given my children a multivitamin when htey become picky eaters. Theres really now need for it if you follow the food guide pryamid. Also, your body prod...
Vitamin D Supplement for Newborns
Asked by T.J. from San Francisco
on March 19, 2008
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I have a healthy 9 week old daughter. Our doctor recommended we give her a vitamin D supplement due feeding her only breastmilk. I checked out the ingredients on a c...
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- A little sunshine is all it takes. Get a second opinion and be wary of anyone who recommends supplements for a healthy, BF'd baby.
- My doctor also suggested a multi-vitamin and I used it. She didn't mention anything about Rickets and she is a young and very conservative doctor when it comes to medi...
- get a 2nd opinion. I have never heard of that unless your child is under weight and not eating?
Seeking Moms Group in WI
Asked by A.L. from Milwaukee
on September 20, 2006
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my son just turned a year old, and he started drinking regular milk a couple weeks ago. i have asked so many people this question, what kind of milk should i give him...
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- The best Milk for a one year old is whole. If you can't afford it then 2% is the next best. They need the extra fat that is in whole milk to help their bodies produc...
- I was told to give Whole Milk(vitamin D) when they first switch. It had something to do with the amount of bacteria it contains or something like that. Whole milk is m...
- A., At this age children really need the fats in Vitamin D milk for proper brain development. Additionally the higher levels of protein are needed for bone and teeth...
Vitamin D Drops? What?
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on April 22, 2008
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So, I nursed my baby girl til she was 11 months, and that was in Dec that I stopped. Then, a month later I get pregnant with Baby #2. In this small span of time, I h...
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- My doctor told me to give my son Vitamin D drops because breast milk doesn't have vitamin D. I used the poly-vi-sol.. or tri-vi-sol by Enfamil. I didn't like it at all...
- I am surprised that your doctor didn't tell you that with your daughter. I had my third in December of 2006, and I was told that I should supplement with Vitamin D dro...
- Hi A., Congratulations on your new baby! I can't give advice but I've had 3 babies and didn't use supplements with any of them. I have May, October, and November ba...
Whole Milk
Asked by C.W. from Topeka
on May 20, 2009
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Hey ladies!
My 12 month old is beginning to drink milk and the doctor said to use whole milk. Well I cannot always find that at the store and was wondering if anyo...
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- :) Good Morning C., Vitamin D Milk is just peachy. In fact Vit D is just another name for whole milk. I give our gr son's whole milk and sometimes 2% both are doing...
- whole milk is vitamin D milk. Just dont get 1% or 2% milk fat. At that age they want them drinking whole milk also for the fat content. Hope that helps.
- I believe that whole milk and Vitamin D milk are the same thing. Vitamin D is fine.
Bfing and Vitamins
Asked by K.B. from Columbus
on December 29, 2008
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the pedi has insisted on me introducing vitamins to my 3 month old daughter. she mentioned poly vi sol (or something like that) to increase her vitamin D. anyway i w...
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- My son was in the NICU for 3 months & the NICU staff there used the Poly vi sol. We actually continued long after he was released form the hospital. So I think if it ...
- La Leche League has researched this and has an article on their website www.lalecheleague.org. They say it is not necessary.
- I gave my nursing daughter Tri-Vi-Sol, necessary since those vitamins are NOT in breastmilk. I only gave her this as long as she nursed (a year) and then stopped it a...
18 Month Old Too Darn Picky! Guidelines Regarding Calcium, Iron, Protein...
Asked by I.T. from San Diego
on April 1, 2009
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Hi Mommas,
Just wondering if you wouldn't mind sharing what you know regarding daily nutritional requirements for toddlers. How much calcium, protein, iron, vitamin...
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- This is my favorite website : www.wholesometoddlerfood.com It has all the guidelines, and lots of fun/easy recipes. Have fun and Good Luck :)
- Hi I., my daughter is younger, 10 months old, and totally picky and unpredictable about what she eats. She's also on the small side (17 lbs). My ped told me just to ...
- buy (or borrow from the Library) Super Baby Food. A great reference tool when I was with my first. Easy reading plus great ideas and recipes.
Does Anyone Else Have Vitamin D Deficiency?
Asked by J.M. from Boston
on March 4, 2009
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I have been feeling lousy since Valentines Day when I got the vomit bug, I went to my Dr. complaining that I had yet to return to my old self and he did blood work whi...
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- Hi J., I don't know how old you are but I'm pushing 55 (soon). Hate to admit it. Anyway Last Feb08 I was feeling very very depressed and crying all the time. I th...
- Hello, J.- I know you are looking for other moms with Vit. D deficiency- I am a naturopath who has worked with people with varying levels of deficiency. I actually ...
- Hi J., I have also found out that I am vit d defficient when I went for my physical this year. I was prescribed vitamin d 1.25mg softgel, one pill a week. From what...
PolyViSol And Breastfeeding?
Asked by N.C. from Chicago
on February 18, 2009
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Hello Moms. I am hoping that your experience can help me out on this one. My pediatrician just recommending giving my 5 month old daughter polyvisol drops since I am ...
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- Hi Natalie, You're probably just hearing about the Polivisol drops, because there is some new research out showing that our little ones do not get enough exposure to t...
- Hi N.; My doctor recommended the vitamin D right after my daughter was born. He said they are seeing an increase in Rickets a bone disorder in strictly breastfed ba...
- I nursed for 8 months and I gave my son Polyvisol every night and I still give him vitamins now. I would have the polyvisol with iron flavored with sour apple. I know ...
