Vitamin D and Fluoride for the Baby

• Breastmilk contains all the necessary vitamins and minerals except Vitamin D and fluoride.
• Starting at 8 weeks of age, all breastfed babies need to receive 200 IU per day of vitamin D (AAP Committee on Nutrition 2003). Until separate Vitamin D drops become available, use Vitamin ADC drops (over-the-counter) in a dosage of 0.5 ml per day.
• Continue Vitamin D supplements until your child receives at least 16 oz (500 ml) of formula or cow's milk per day.
• Starting at 6 months of age, children who are breastfeeding and not drinking any water (with fluoride) need 0.25 mg of fluoride drops each day to prevent tooth decay. This is a prescription item that you can obtain from your child's physician.