3 Easy Ways to Increase Iron Absorption in Your Baby

#21: Iron is helpful for your baby’s growing body. Knowing how much iron your baby needs and what foods have iron are important; but there are a few simple tweaks you can make that will help your baby absorb more of the iron your baby is eating.

 

In this episode you will learn why babies need iron, how much iron babies need and good sources of iron from both animal and plant foods. I also share 3 easy ways to increase your baby’s iron absorption and ideas about testing iron levels so you know if your baby is getting and absorbing enough iron.

 

 

 

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