The importance of vitamin D supplementation for breastfed babies

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Vitamin D deficiency is a serious public health concern in the UK,¹ with breastfed babies at particular risk.² This module – for Pharmacists and other pharmacy professionals – explains the reasons for vitamin D deficiency in breastfed babies and outlines the latest Department of Health guidance on supplementation.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After studying this module you should:

• Understand why breastfed babies are at risk of vitamin D deficiency
• Be able to communicate the latest guidance on vitamin D supplementation for breastfed babies
• Gain confidence in discussing vitamin D supplementation with breastfeeding mothers

NEXT STEPS

• Read the clinical review
  
• Complete the online assessment
• Receive CPD certificate

AUTHORS

Written by: Tara Ralph BSc (Hons)
Reviewed by: Dr Shauna Fannin MRCGP, FRCGP

This CPD module can be used by Pharmacists and other pharmacy professionals.

"Many breastfed babies do not receive vitamin D supplements as advised by the NHS. This CPD module will give you the  knowledge and confidence to effectively educate breastfeeding mothers on the importance of vitamin d supplementation."

Dr Shauna Fannin, MRCGP, FRCGP

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This learning module can be used towards CPD for revalidation with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)