Question
A mother who gave birth to a preemie at just eight months pregnant has a two-month-old baby who has been exclusively breastfed. Recently, someone reminded her that breastfeeding exclusively might lead to calcium deficiency in preemies, which has caused concern. Therefore, we need to understand whether preemies really face calcium deficiency when breastfed.
Answer
Breast milk itself may cause preemies to experience calcium deficiency. To promote calcium absorption, infants can take oral supplements, and if breastfeeding is adopted, the mother should also take calcium tablets. Generally, the mother should consume high-calcium fruits and vegetables, as well as meats, such as spinach, seaweed, and shrimp, which are particularly high in calcium content. Additionally, the mother should