Breastfed babies generally do not need to supplement calcium, but need to supplement vitamin D, so as not to cause the baby’s calcium and phosphorus regulation disorder, causing rickets.
Breast milk contains minerals suitable for absorption by the baby, and its calcium and phosphorus ratio is appropriate to meet the needs of the baby’s growth and development. But its vitamin D content is less, need to be supplemented to promote the body’s absorption of calcium.
It has been proved that vitamin D is one of the most important biological factors that regulate the internal homeostasis of calcium in the body. Vitamin D deficiency can cause calcium and phosphorus metabolism disorders in the baby’s body, affecting its long bones and other developmental deficiencies, resulting in rickets. Vitamin D supplementation should be started as early as possible after the birth of the baby, and can be supplemented until puberty.
Daily attention should be paid to let the baby early outdoor activities to promote skin light synthesis of vitamin D. If the baby has any discomfort, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time for diagnosis and treatment. Vitamin D supplementation should be taken under doctor’s supervision.