In recent years, research has shown that having low levels of
Vitamin D is associated with a number of health problems in
adults, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even
cancer. It’s important for your baby’s development, and low
levels in pregnancy may even increase the risk of preterm birth.
But because of lifestyle changes – we spend a lot more time
indoors than we used to and we wear sunscreen when we’re outside
– it can be hard to maintain a healthy level of Vitamin D. And
if you’re breastfeeding, not having enough Vitamin D in your
system can mean that your baby doesn’t receive enough. For these
reasons, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a Vitamin
D supplement for babies from early infancy. But is there a way
to give your baby the same amount of Vitamin D by increasing
your own levels? And if so, what amount would be required? Is it
safe to “supplement” your baby this way? In this podcast
interview with one of the world’s premier researchers in the
area of Vitamin D and lactatio