The AAP recommends vitamin D supplements for infants, children, and adolescents, including those who are breastfed. "Breastfeeding is the best source of nutrition for infants," explains Dr. Wagner, a member of the AAP Section on Breastfeeding Executive Committee and co-author of the AAP's clinical report on vitamin D. "However, it is important that breast-fed infants receive supplements of vitamin D. Until it is determined how much vitamin D a nursing mother should take, we must ensure that the breastfeeding infant receives an adequate supply of vitamin D through a supplement of 400 IU per day." Once the child is weaned, a vitamin D supplement is needed throughout childhood and adolescence as well, she adds.

For formula-fed babies, the requirements are the same. Unless the child is drinking 32 ounces of infant formula per day, a vitamin D supplement is required.

Vitamin D drops are available at your local pharmacy or retail store for a minor cost.  They are, unfortunately, not covered by health insurance.  Baby does not need any vitamins besides Vitamin D, so look for the plain Vitamin D formulation.

For more information, visit: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Vitamin-D-On-the-Double.aspx