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Could you tell me if one has a natural birth, do they still give their child a vitamin k shot and etc?

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Dr. Ameth Aguirre answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Yes, vitamin k is indicated in all newborns whether they are born vaginally or via c/section. This is to prevent hemorrhagic disease of the newborn. It's a single dose injection.

Answered 4/22/2013

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Define natrural: Vitamin k is given to prevent neonatal bleeding in any form of delivery. Those who choose to deliver at home via u-tube video's or lay midwives in some states may not have access to this prescription injection medication.Oral preparations take days to begin working. Use of vitamin k is routine in all hospital based deliveries.

Answered 12/9/2013

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