{"id":2143,"date":"2021-01-16T05:51:44","date_gmt":"2021-01-16T05:51:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/?p=2143"},"modified":"2021-03-26T20:29:23","modified_gmt":"2021-03-26T20:29:23","slug":"are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Vitamin D Drops for Infants a Good Idea?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1.webp 200w,https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1-20x20.webp 20w,https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1-320x320.webp 320w,https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1-160x160.webp 160w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1.jpg 200w, https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1-20x20.jpg 20w, https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1-320x320.jpg 320w, https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-1-160x160.jpg 160w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2156 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"vitamin d is a good idea\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many parents are buying Vitamin D drops for infants. But is this a good idea? Is it healthy, unnecessary or just a waste of money?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the function of Vitamin D, and whether or not your infant may need Vitamin D drops as supplementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"90_Of_BreastFed_Infants_Are_Vitamin_D_Deficient\"><\/span>90% Of BreastFed Infants Are Vitamin D Deficient!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662f7210a9c4b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662f7210a9c4b\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#90_Of_BreastFed_Infants_Are_Vitamin_D_Deficient\" title=\"90% Of BreastFed Infants Are Vitamin D Deficient!\">90% Of BreastFed Infants Are Vitamin D Deficient!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#Vitamin_D_Deficiency\" title=\"Vitamin D Deficiency\">Vitamin D Deficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#The_Function_of_Vitamin_D\" title=\"The Function of Vitamin D\">The Function of Vitamin D<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#Sources_of_Vitamin_D\" title=\"Sources of Vitamin D\">Sources of Vitamin D<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#When_are_Vitamin_D_Drops_Good_For_Your_Infant\" title=\"When are Vitamin D Drops Good For Your Infant?\">When are Vitamin D Drops Good For Your Infant?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#1_Your_Infant_Isnt_Exposed_to_Enough_Sunlight\" title=\"1) Your Infant Isn\u2019t Exposed to Enough Sunlight\">1) Your Infant Isn\u2019t Exposed to Enough Sunlight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#2_Your_Infant_Has_A_Darker_Pigment\" title=\"2) Your Infant Has A Darker Pigment\">2) Your Infant Has A Darker Pigment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#3_Mom_Has_Inadequate_Vitamin_D_Intake\" title=\"3) Mom Has Inadequate Vitamin D Intake\">3) Mom Has Inadequate Vitamin D Intake<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#Is_Too_Much_Harmful\" title=\"Is Too Much Harmful?\">Is Too Much Harmful?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/are-vitamin-d-drops-for-infants-a-good-idea\/#In_Conclusion\" title=\"In Conclusion\">In Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Excellent nutrition starts at a very young age. As we all know, a newborn&#8217;s grow at an almost exponential rate and have weak immune systems. Getting the right nutrition is extremely important for them to fight infections and have the necessary energy to stay healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quite often, young infants can get all the vitamins and nutrients they need through breast milk alone. You might be surprised as me to know the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/breastfeeding\/breastfeeding-special-circumstances\/diet-and-micronutrients\/vitamin-d.html#:~:text=No.,additional%20source%20of%20vitamin%20D.\">scientific facts<\/a>. &nbsp;Only an estimated 1 in 5 infants get the recommended&nbsp;400 IU \/ d from any source. This number drops to just 1 in 10 for breastfed mothers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make matters worse, the US has a pretty low recommended Vitamin D level. France and Finland set the bar at 1,000 IU \/ D &#8211; 2.5 times the U.S level. Our northern neighbour Canada has the same levels for the summer, but in the winter they recommend 800 IU \/ d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamin_D_Deficiency\"><\/span>Vitamin D Deficiency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D Deficiency can lead to rickets and osteoporosis, amongst other conditions involving weak and brittle bones and joints. Ricketts affects infects from 3 months &#8211; 18 months of age, and you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/afp\/2006\/0815\/p629.html\">read more<\/a> about its frightening effects on infants here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being overweight can also result in inefficient Vitamin D absorption; excess body fat swallows it up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Function_of_Vitamin_D\"><\/span>The Function of Vitamin D<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D is an incredibly important vitamin. Like Vitamins A, D, E, and K, it\u2019s fat soluble. This means that it\u2019s better absorbed with fatty foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D is responsible for important bodily functions. It\u2019s responsible for the successful absorption of calcium and phosphate, both of which occur in the intestines of humans. It acts as the catalyst for successful calcium incorporation into parts of our body, such as bones and teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to its role in calcium and phosphate integration, Vitamin D is also responsible for immune system health, muscular strength, and blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources_of_Vitamin_D\"><\/span>Sources of Vitamin D<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-2145\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu.webp 350w,https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu-300x198.webp 300w,https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu-20x13.webp 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu.jpg\" height=\"231\" width=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu.jpg 350w, https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/vitamin-d-in-tofu-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" class=\"wp-image-2145 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"vitamin d in tofu\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption><strong><em>Tofu &#8211; a source of Vitamin D<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D is unique in that our body naturally produces it when our skin is exposed to sunlight. It\u2019s imperative, because of this, to get at least 20 minutes of sun exposure twice a week. That\u2019s all you\u2019ll need to generate sufficient Vitamin D to stay healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D isn\u2019t present in many plant foods but is present to some degree in fish, eggs, and dairy products. Mushrooms and tofu are the strongest plant-based sources of Vitamin D.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This may be great news for Mom, but not that helpful for our poor little angels still waiting to get onto solids!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_are_Vitamin_D_Drops_Good_For_Your_Infant\"><\/span>When are Vitamin D Drops Good For Your Infant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D absorption is, as with any other nutrient, of extreme importance to your child at a young age. While certain measures can be taken to prevent the need for vitamin D supplements, there are special cases when your infant may need to take supplements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Your_Infant_Isnt_Exposed_to_Enough_Sunlight\"><\/span>1) Your Infant Isn\u2019t Exposed to Enough Sunlight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-2147\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/baby-getting-vitamin-d.webp 200w,https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/baby-getting-vitamin-d-15x20.webp 15w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/baby-getting-vitamin-d.jpg\" height=\"266\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/baby-getting-vitamin-d.jpg 200w, https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/baby-getting-vitamin-d-15x20.jpg 15w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2147 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"vitamin D sunlight\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption><strong><em>An infant soaking up some Vitamin D<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s true that humans don\u2019t need excessive amounts of sun exposure for adequate Vitamin D production, sometimes we don\u2019t get the necessary light. This can hold true with infants, especially if the parents of the child are busy and don\u2019t often take him\/her out of the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this situation, it might be necessary to do one of two things: either expose your child to the recommended amount of weekly sunlight for adequate Vitamin D generation or give your child Vitamin D drops as supplements!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Your_Infant_Has_A_Darker_Pigment\"><\/span>2) Your Infant Has A Darker Pigment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One key thing to understand, with respect to the ability of our skin to successfully absorb Vitamin D, is that the darker your pigment the more sunlight you require to generate adequate Vitamin D.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your infant has a skin tone that exceptionally dark, it\u2019s important to expose him\/her to adequate levels of sunlight. If you don\u2019t think that this is possible, it\u2019s probably time to turn your head in the direction of supplementation by Vitamin D drops!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Mom_Has_Inadequate_Vitamin_D_Intake\"><\/span>3) Mom Has Inadequate Vitamin D Intake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two underlying problems with this, both of which might prompt you to take your infant out into the sun or give him\/her Vitamin D drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, human breast milk isn\u2019t an efficient source of Vitamin D; it contains roughly 15% of what the recommended dietary allowance or RDA is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, if the mother of an infant isn\u2019t getting her Vitamin D, the infants Vitamin D stores will be low from conception. This means that the infant will need more Vitamin D at a young age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a mother, if you\u2019re in this scenario, you\u2019ll want to make sure that your infant gets enough Vitamin D by either sunlight or supplementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Too_Much_Harmful\"><\/span>Is Too Much Harmful?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Potentially, too much Vitamin D can cause nausea, stomach pain, fatigue and other related symptoms. Over a prolonged period, it can even cause kidney failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sadly, problems tend to occur when parents purchase or administer the wrong dose of Vitamin D. You need to read the directions careful and distinguish between &#8220;Drop&#8221; and &#8220;Dropperful&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be safe, it&#8217;s better to buy your own supply for your infant like &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00R1H4XNK\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=6bf03c60274b34e2fb9e989919b786d2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">D Drops<\/a>&#8221; or &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00R1H4XNK\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=ba9d3a0251eb00d2dc68fc60ee9b85c0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sun Drops<\/a>&#8221; (which have no additives). And as always, check with your infant&#8217;s primary care physician if there&#8217;s ever any doubt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Conclusion\"><\/span>In Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D supplementation, in any case, can cure deficiencies in the human body. Infants who don\u2019t get adequate sunlight, have darker skin tones, and who have nutrient-deficient mothers are all at risk of Vitamin D deficiencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most of the above cases, sunlight is the ultimate cure. 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