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Understanding Newborn Nutrition: Is Vitamin K in Colostrum?

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Newborns have naturally low vitamin K reserves, with only small amounts transferred across the placenta during pregnancy. This fact is critical for understanding infant health, as the question, **'Is vitamin K in colostrum?'** reveals a crucial aspect of newborn nutrition and the need for supplementation to prevent serious bleeding disorders.