Question
How to supplement calcium for an 8-month-old baby?
Answer
At 8 months old, babies are in a critical period of growth and development. As breast milk supply decreases, it can lead to insufficient calcium intake for the baby, compounded by the rapid growth rate, which makes it easy for them to show signs of calcium deficiency. The Chinese Nutrition Society recommends that an 8-month-old infants should consume 250 milligrams of calcium daily. Calcium supplementation should be based on the child’s specific symptoms. At this age, babies are not yet able to chew, so it’s best to feed them easily dissolvable calcium particles. We recommend using Landy Calcium Carbonate D3 Granules, which have a high calcium content and also contain Vitamin D3 for better absorption. They have a subtle fruit flavor that babies enjoy, and they do not cause constipation like other calcium supplements.