[chloe12]

I'll probably end up calling our public health nurse with this question as well, but.. I'm currently mainly breastfeeding/pumping but supplementing with formula for 2 feedings a day - how do I figure out how much Vitamin D drops to give my son? I know formula has some vitamin D, but since that's not his main diet, I don't want to overdo it or not give him enough. Does anyone know?

[Hoosier Kitty]

I don't know. I would call the nurse just to be safe.

[lttle_one]

Did you ask this on the BFing board? They can give you good sources (I don't have the time to get them for you) but w/ adequate sunlight exposure, Vit D drops really aren't necessary. If you ask there, the ladies can help answer your question

[Jodi0804]

I'm not sure either, the nurse may be able to help you. I am EBF and I don't give Billy any drops. I do take a vit d pill 2 times a day though and we get him outside everyday.. HTH!

[Etph007]

We supplement too... but my pedi has never recommended vit d drops.