A nurse is talking to the mother of an exclusively breastfed 3-month-old infant who was born in late fall.The nurse would want to make sure that this child is receiving:

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Breast milk is not a significant source of vitamin D, and since this infant was born in late fall, they may not be getting enough vitamin D from sunlight exposure. It is recommended that breastfed infants receive a daily supplement of 400 IU of vitamin D. Iron is also important for infants, but breast milk does contain an adequate amount for the first 6 months of life. Fluoride is not necessary until teeth begin to erupt, and breast milk and formula both contain an appropriate amount of calcium for infants.

A Nurse Is Talking to the Mother of an Exclusively