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Chapter 9. Food Aside from Breastmilk

You may choose to supplement with 10mcg/400 IU of vitamin D daily. The vitamin D concentration and dosage vary across brands, so please follow the instructions on the packaging. 

  • Babies under 6 months who are exclusively and adequately breastfed do not need to drink water as breastmilk contains enough water. 
  • Overfeeding babies with water will affect their appetite.