Question
Which calcium supplement is suitable for a four-month-old baby? Especially regarding calcium acetate, as it contains mannitol, I am concerned about whether it is suitable for digestion.
Answer
For a four-month-old baby, it is recommended to start supplementing vitamin D from the full month, which helps the baby absorb calcium. When it comes to calcium supplementation, for breastfed babies, the mother can increase the calcium content in breast milk by digesting calcium supplements; for formula-fed babies, consider supplementing with calcium gluconate under a doctor’s guidance. However, it is not advisable to over-supplement and one should avoid ingredients like mannitol that may irritate the baby’s gastrointestinal tract.