Colostrum is rich with all what baby needs for the first 2-3 days till the breast begins to produce milk ||A great deal of body heat is lost through a bare head, so make sure your baby wears a hat if she will be in a cold environment ||Use a firm mattress and avoid placing your baby on thick, fluffy padding that may interfere with breathing if your baby's face presses against it ||Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently. It’s not the type of soap that prevents the spread of bacteria and viruses; it’s how you wash your hands. ||Don't forget to watch what you say and do around your child: Imitation is one of the ways toddlers learn socially acceptable behavior. ||The AAP recommends sponge baths until the umbilical cord stump falls off — which might take up to three weeks ||If your child's scalp is very crusty, put some baby oil or olive oil on the scalp 1 hour before washing to soften the crust ||Every milestone is an accomplishment, but it means your child is more independent and needs you a little less ||Don’t rush into solving your kid's problems. Give him the chance to conclude, all on his own, that things are going to be okay. ||Don't allow your pet on the couch while you are holding baby. This makes dogs bigger and taller in relation to your infant and may encourage aggression. ||
When do kids need a supplement?


If a child is eating a healthy and complete diet consisting of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats, then most likely, they do not need a supplement. However, if a child excludes whole food groups, suffers from a chronic disease, does not get regular sunlight exposure or does not drink vitamin-D fortified milk, then she may benefit from vitamin supplements.

 

Which Supplements Do Kids Need?

 

Essential Fatty Acids

 

If a child isn't eating fish at least three times per week or seeds every day, she's missing out on those essential fatty acids that help the brain develop and boost IQ. A supplement containing GLA (omega-6) and DHA and EPA (omega-3) can be added to her diet.

 
Vitamin D
 

Recent studies show 40% of infants and toddlers are not getting enough vitamin D, which is crucial in building strong bones and maintaining the immune system. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends supplementing vitamin D in a child's diet beginning at 2 months of age. Even infants who are breastfeeding need vitamin D supplementation, as well as the mother.

 

Vitamins B, C

 

Since fruits and vegetables are the best sources of vitamin C, children who do not eat adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables are likely to experience frequent colds or infections since vitamin C is needed to boost immunity. Vitamin C will also provide added protection for the body against free radical damage. If a child's diet consists mainly of sugary, refined, and processed foods instead of fruits, vegetables and healthy grains, she may be lacking B vitamins, which are important to nervous system functioning and are essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates.

 

Choosing Supplements for Kids

 
  • There are many children's multivitamin and mineral supplements on the market which provide all of the nutrients a child needs in one single serving, with both chewable and liquid formulas available in a variety of colors and flavors to make them more palatable to children. A child's multivitamin should not exceed the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) of any nutrient listed on the label.
 
  • Always consult a pediatrician before adding any supplements to a child's diet.
 
  • Many young children are picky eaters, but that doesn't necessarily mean they'll develop nutritional deficiencies. Children don't need large amounts of vitamins and minerals. In addition, many common foods are fortified with important nutrients — so your son may be getting more vitamins and minerals than you think.

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