Multivitamins for breastfed babies

Hi! My 2 months old baby is currently on full breast milk. The doctor prescribed Enfamil multivitamin supplement for the baby. After taking it, we noticed that baby poops lesser. He usually poops a few times a day but now he only poops once every 2 days. The smell of the supplement is also very strong and baby doesn’t like it. Is it necessary for breastfed babies to take multivitamins ? If yes, Which brand is you baby taking?

Multivitamins for breastfed babies
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Super Mum

Hi mama, According to scientific research and experts, the human female body produces breastmilk which contains a sufficient and what’s more, just the right amount of vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats and antibodies and so much more. I’m not saying formula milk is bad, but even the most expensive tin cannot imitate nor exactly emulate breastmilk no matter how hard they try. Your breastmilk changes from day to day and even within 1 feed to suit the needs of your baby. Here’s an article from Medela which tells you about the fabulosity of breastmilk: https://www.medela.com/breastfeeding/mums-journey/breast-milk-composition Here’s another from the World Health Organisation: https://www.who.int/health-topics/breastfeeding#tab=tab_1 I would advise you seek a second opinion as clearly, your PD or doctor isn’t advising you with updated information.

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VIP Member

This is the first time I heard PD advises for babies to take vitamins for breastfed babies. Perhaps seek a second opinion?

TapFluencer

don't think there's a need 1st time heard of this supplement I didn't even give any to my 3years old son

Super Mum

Have doctor explained to you why there’s a need for supplement?

2y ago

Doctor said that breast milk does not contain enough vitamins unlike formula which already comes with the vitamins.