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Newborn & Baby Vitamins

Our range of premium quality baby vitamins have been carefully developed in-line with UK Department Of Health recommendations*. We offer a selection of vitamins for babies in easy-to-administer drops, as well as liquids. Explore our range including vitamin D drops for babies aged from birth to 4 years and baby multivitamins aged from 4 months to 4 years and get 3 for 2 on all products in the Vitabiotics range, plus free UK delivery.

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Vitamins for Newborns & Babies

Providing the right vitamins for newborns and babies is needed for normal growth and development and to support their general health, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Our range of supplements formulated by our team of nutrition experts makes it easy to provide the recommended nutrients for your growing baby, by following the UK Department of Health recommendations:

 

Vitamin D - babies from birth to one year old who are being breastfed should be given a daily supplement containing 8.5 to 10 micrograms (µg) of vitamin D, whilst children aged 1 to 4 years old should be given a daily supplement containing 10µg of vitamin D. This is unless they are drinking 500ml or more of infant formula a day, as infant formula has vitamins added to it*

 

Vitamins A, C and D - all children aged six months to five years should be given a supplement containing vitamins A, C and D*

 

You will find all these vitamins in our Wellbaby range, which provides the NHS recommended levels of key nutrients, in easy-to-administer drops or liquids.

Vitamin A For Babies

The UK Department of Health recommends that all children aged 6 months to 5 years should be given a supplement that contains Vitamin A, unless they are consuming 500ml or more of infant formula a day*. Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Drops provide The UK Department of Health recommended levels of vitamin A, C and D, along with a range of important nutrients, including folic acid and iron. Iron is an important consideration as it contributes to the normal cognitive development of children.

Vitamin D For Babies

The UK Department of Health recommends that babies from birth should be given a vitamin D supplement, unless they are consuming 500ml or more of infant formula a day*. Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system in children and is needed for the normal growth and development of bones in children. Wellbaby Vitamin D Drops provides 10µg vitamin D in a natural olive oil base, and is suitable from birth to 4 years.

Vitamin C For Babies

The UK Department of Health recommends that all children aged 6 months to 5 years should be given a supplement containing vitamin C*.

Vitamin Drops For Newborns & Babies

Baby vitamin drops are a convenient and easy way to provide extra nutrients for your newborn. Wellbaby Vitamin D Drops provide 10µg of vitamin D in natural olive oil base. They are suitable from birth to 4 years, where for babies aged 0 to 6 months the liquid is administered drop by drop onto the nipple or bottle teat, and allow the baby to suckle each drop. For infants 6 months to 4 years, carefully administer drops directly into your baby’s usual milk or water.  

 

Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Drops provide 14 vitamins and minerals, including the recommended, vitamins A, C and D. They are suitable from 4 months where for babies aged 4 to 6 months the liquid is administered drop by drop onto the nipple or bottle teat, and allow the baby to suckle each drop. For infants aged 6 to 24 months, carefully administer the drops directly onto the infant’s tongue. 

 

Feroglobin Baby Drops, suitable for ages 4 to 24 months, can be administered by inserting the syringe into the bottle, drawing out 0.5ml of liquid and carefully administering drops onto the infant's tongue. For ages up to 6 months, it is recommended to administer the liquid drop by drop onto nipple or bottle teat, and allow the baby to suckle each drop. Ferogobin Baby Drops provide iron which contributes to the normal cognitive development of children.

 

Explore our full range of vitamins for kids, which includes drops, liquids and gummies for children ranging from babies aged 0 to 4 years, kids aged 3 to 14 years and teens aged 13 to 19 years. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The vitamins a baby should take will depend on their age, diet and specific nutritional needs. However, the UK Department of Health recommends the following vitamins for all babies:

  • Vitamin D - babies from birth should be given a vitamin D supplement, unless they are consuming 500ml or more of infant formula a day. Vitamin D is essential for the for the normal growth and development of bones in children.

  • Vitamin A - children aged 6 months to 5 years should be given a supplement that includes vitamin A.

  • Vitamin C - children aged 6 months to 5 years should be given a supplement that includes vitamin C.

Vitabiotics offers a comprehensive range of vitamins for babies, including Wellbaby, which is the UK's Number 1 Baby Supplement Brand. When you shop at Vitabiotics.com you’ll benefit from our 3 for 2 offer on all products, free UK delivery and free rewards points.

Yes, vitamin D is a key nutrient for babies and one that the NHS recommends that all babies are given from birth, unless they are drinking 500ml or more of infant formula a day as infant formula has vitamins added to it*. The recommended amounts are:

  • Babies from birth to one year old who are being breastfed should be given a daily supplement containing 8.5 to 10 micrograms (µg) of vitamin D

  • Children aged 1 to 4 years old should be given a daily supplement containing 10µg of vitamin D

The UK Department of Health recommends that babies from birth are given a vitamin D supplement, unless they are consuming 500ml or more of infant formula per day, as infant formula has vitamins added to it. From 6 months to 5 years, it is recommended to give a supplement that includes vitamins A, C and D. It’s important to ensure that you are giving your baby vitamins that are specially formulated for babies and infants, which the Vitabiotics’ Wellbaby range can provide.

The NHS recommends that all children aged 6 months to 5 years should be given a supplement that includes vitamins A, C and D. A baby multivitamin can be a convenient way to help safeguard your child’s intake of this essential nutrient.

The NHS recommends that all children aged 6 months to 5 years should be given a supplement that includes vitamin C. It’s important to choose a supplement that is formulated for babies, such as Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Drops, which includes vitamin C, along with a range of other beneficial nutrients.

Vitamin K is a group of fat soluble vitamins that plays a number of roles in the body, including contributing to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones. Vitamin K injections are given to babies after birth, as newborns are typically born with low levels of vitamin K.

Wellbaby Vitamin D drops are easy to administer, with a daily vitamin D supplement for babies. For babies aged 0 to 6 months, simply administer the liquid drop by drop onto the nipple or bottle teat, and allow the baby to suckle each drop. For infants aged 6 months to 4 years, carefully administer drops directly into your baby’s usual milk or water.

Yes, as breast milk typically contains low levels of vitamin D, the NHS recommends that all babies are given a vitamin D supplement from birth, unless they are drinking 500ml or more of infant formula a day, as this is already fortified with vitamin D*.

If your baby is drinking 500ml or more of infant formula a day, then an additional vitamin D supplement is not required. This is because infant formulas are fortified with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D.

Yes, excessive vitamin D can be harmful for babies, which is why it’s important to follow the recommended guidelines for vitamin D supplementation:

  • Babies from birth to one year old who are being breastfed should be given a daily supplement containing 8.5 to 10 micrograms (µg) of vitamin D.

  • Children aged 1 to 4 years old should be given a daily supplement containing 10µg of vitamin D. 

  • Infants drinking 500ml or more of infant formula a day do not require a vitamin D supplement, as infant formula has vitamins added to it.

​Babies do not get enough vitamin D from breast milk alone, as it typically only contains low levels of vitamin D. The UK Department of Health recommends that all babies are given a vitamin D supplement from birth, unless the baby is drinking 500ml or more of infant formula a day.

Yes, babies can obtain some vitamins and minerals through breast milk, however the amounts will vary depending on the diet and health of the mother. It’s important to follow the UK Department of Health’s recommendations for supplementation, especially covering vitamins A, C and D.

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