When Layah had her 2 month check-up, the doctor asked me what I was doing to make sure she had enough vitamin D. I gave her a blank stare, because I had no idea that my breast milk wasn’t producing everything that she needed. That was not something I had been told with Darah, and it wasn’t something I had read online. I probably would have been very dismissive of her question to me except that I had found her to be very pro-breastfeeding in every conversation we had. Since I knew she fully supported and recommended breastfeeding, I decided to take her question seriously and do a little bit of research on the topic.
And what I found is that research does show that breastmilk doesn’t have the levels of vitamin D that a baby needs for healthy growth. Many women make sure that their babies get a little bit of sunlight each day to up the vitamin D levels. But it has been really hot all summer and spending time outside sweating and swatting mosquitos isn’t exactly high on my to-do list. So I knew I needed another option.
A product was recommended to me that is sold by a major formula company and is readily available in major retail stores. I bought it, but I didn’t feel excited about it. I wanted to find something from a smaller business that was more eco-friendly and more natural.
What I found was something better than I even imagined! I discovered the company Nordic Naturals, and began using the Baby’s DHA product, which does contain vitamin D3, but also contains fish oil, which has been shown to improve cognitive development in children. Unlike vitamin D, which the body is able to produce, essential fatty acids must be obtained from diet or supplementation. EPA and DHA are the two most important essential fatty acids, and they play a role in immune and nervous system support, as well as normal brain and eye function.
Baby’s DHA is a liquid product made by Nordic Naturals for babies 5-35 pounds, and it retails for $15.95. It can easily be added to formula or food, or simply be administered alone. It is made from arctic cod liver oil. And it has added vitamin D3, which is what I was originally seeking. The company has a variety of products in liquid, soft gel, gummy form and even powder, so that you can help your child get DHA and EPA.
In addition to having an extensive line of EFA products, Nordic Naturals also carries some great multi-vitamins for children. Darah has been enjoying the Nordic Berries, which retail for $22.95 for 120 gummies. To be perfectly honest with you, Tim and I have also been enjoying the Nordic Berries. They are SO yummy! In addition to being tasty little sweet and sour treats, I appreciate that these gummies have no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives, as well. Children from age 2 through 102 can enjoy these. They contain 100% of the daily value for most essential nutrients.
Overall, I’m really impressed with the quality of products provided by this company, and I would highly recommend them. We’ll be back for more Nordic Berries and Baby’s DHA as soon as we run out!
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Disclosure: I received complimentary products for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
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Heather Abbe says
I’d like to try the children’s Omega 3 gummies.
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Carole Ingram says
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shirley zolenski says
I also like the Complete Omega-3.6.9™ Liquid
Robert Pyszk says
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Alicia Ponce says
I’d love to try the omega women.
Mariah Scheel says
I’d love to try the omega women.
rebecca day says
I’d love to try the omega women.
Christy Maurer says
I like the EPA extra since it says it has extra immune powers! I need that! I work with preschoolers, and they love to share their germs with me.
LaTanya says
Kenai Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil
georgette says
The Kenai Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil in liquid sounds good!
Amanda Travis says
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Vanessa says
I’d love to try the omega women.
Brittney House says
omega 3 jellies sounds nice
mike b says
The omega 3 gummie worms
sheri says
ultimate omega with coQ10
Jennifer Peaslee says
I love that Nordic has a pet section! I like the Omega-3 Pet™ Soft Gels in particular
Karen H says
The Childrens Gummies
aimee says
omega 3 gummy worms
Lily Kwan says
I would like to try the Kenai Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil Liquid.
Sara Wood says
Omega 3 jellies
Fiona N says
I love the Omega Joint Xtra!
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Laura Unger says
I’d like to try Nordic Omega-3 Gummy Worms for my son.
Betsy says
I’d like the children’s multi-vitamin
Kim A says
I would like the children’s multivitamins
Amanda Hoffman says
Complete Omega-3.6.9™
Summer D says
The Arctic Cod Liver Oil
Tara O. says
The Omega 3 jellies.
kendra W says
The childrens multivitamins
Jenna M Wood says
The Omega Jr Gummis
sarah t says
i would like the Nordic Omega-3 Gummy Worms™
Claire says
I’d also like their Complete Omega-3.6.9.
Valerie Taylor Mabrey says
Arctic Cod Liver Oil™ Soft Gels
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Beth S. says
I’d also like their Complete Omega-3.6.9.
jennie sanderson says
omega womens! Forhair skin and nail health 🙂
Tawnya S says
I would like to have the Omega-3 Gummy Worms
Megan says
The Omega Junior
Dee S says
Omega Joint Xtra™
Tamar says
Nordic Omega-3 Jellies™ sound yummy
Amy Wels says
Ultimate Omega® Junior
Vicki Lesage says
Children’s multivitamins
.ambre. @mytempleremodeling.com says
Nordic Omega-3 Gummy Worms™
Gianna says
Prenatal DHA.
OzarksUSA says
Omega Joint Xtra™
TRACI says
I WOULD LOVE MY DAUGHTER TO TRY THE Nordic Omega-3 Jellies™
Shannon says
Omega Woman would be my choice!
Jennifer Rogers says
We’d like to try the Nordic Naturals Omega 3 Gummies for Kids!
Katy N says
I’d like the Complete Omega- 3.6.9 for myself!
Sarah S says
I would like to try Kenai Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil liquid.
Valerie says
Children’s Gummis
Sunnie says
Id like to try the omega probiotics.
Maria Kiguthi says
I’d try Omega Woman®.
renee says
I’d like to try this for my cats:
Pet Cod Liver Oil for Cats and Small Breed Dogs
Sarah Hull says
I would like to try the Prenatal DHA!
Chrissy Nestor says
The Nordic Berries
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brandy says
omega 3 for my dog~
Sam Buck says
I’d love to try the Omega Probiotic!
Shannon Baas says
nordic omega-3 fishies.
maria says
childrens gummies