A member asked:

How late is it too late to supplement a baby (8mo) with vitamin d? only 26 oz of formula daily plus some solids. no teeth @ 8m. mom low on vitd now .

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Dr. Charles Lockhart answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Check with MD: If you are not in a fluoridated water area, you might wish to add drops to the water bottle to strengthen the enamel of the teeth as they form

Answered 3/16/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

400 IU vitamin D: Babies who are fully formula fed but drink less than 32 ounces of formula a day need a daily 400 IU vitamin D supplement.

Answered 3/23/2015

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