Is It Suitable for Newborns to Supplement Calcium?

Question

Dear doctor, both adults and infants need calcium supplementation. How should infants be supplemented with calcium appropriately?

Answer

Newborns can indeed be supplemented with calcium. It is generally recommended to start giving Vitamin D3 capsules from the 15th day after birth to help promote the absorption and synthesis of calcium. Parents can continue to supplement their infants’ calcium in this manner. As for liquid calcium, it is suggested to wait until the baby is three months old before administering it, as this is more suitable. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the baby gets adequate sunlight exposure daily to facilitate calcium absorption.