Vitamin K after birth?

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August 31st, 2007, 12:36 PM
Melody7

Vitamin K after birth?

Hi,

I'm just wondering what people think about the Vitamin K injection/oral dose that is routinely given in hospitals to the baby after birth.

I'm having a homebirth and am seeking to avoid my bubs having exposure to any extra adrenalin (which would happen if they were jabbed with a needle) so I can have a calm, successful breastfeeding experience.

I know I do have a choice not to give bubs Vit K and was wondering if anyone else has done the same thing.
August 31st, 2007, 01:56 PM
BellyBelly

There is a discussion HERE. I'll close this one so we can add to it :)

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