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Curious when it is ok for a 15month old to take a multi vitamin (i.e. flintstones chewable type)?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

A healthy child who: receives a normal, well-balanced diet does not need vitamin supplements above the recommended dietary allowances.The American Academy of Pediatric's position is on: www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Vitamins.aspx. Check with your pediatrician before giving supplements. "How To Get Your Kid To Eat But Not Too Much" by E. Satter addresses toddler nutrition

Answered 12/7/2015

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