Why does my newborn need a vitamin K shot?
All babies are born with low levels of vitamin K, an important factor in helping a baby’s blood clot. That’s why we give all healthy newborns a vitamin K shot shortly after delivery. The shot helps prevent a type of bleeding called hemorrhagic disease of the newborn, which can range from bruising of the skin to bleeding inside the baby’s brain. A shot versus oral medication In multiple scientific studies, the vitamin K shot has … Read More
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