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Newborns naturally have low levels of vitamin K at birth. The danger of low vitamin K levels is the risk of vitamin K deficiency bleeding. This is a rare but severe complication. You can decrease the risk of vitamin K deficiency bleeding by giving your baby a vitamin K shot shortly after birth. Administering vitamin K to newborns is standard in the United States and many other countries. As with any intervention, there are pros and cons to consider. This episode\xa0examines the evidence on the efficacy and safety of the vitamin K shot so you can make an informed choice for your baby. \xa0 \xa0 Thank you to our sponsors \xa0 Zahler goes above and beyond to use high-quality bioavailable ingredients like the active form of folate, bioavailable iron, and omega 3s. The Zahler Prenatal +DHA is my #1 recommendation for a high-quality prenatal vitamin. In April 2024 you can save 20% off the\xa0Zahler Prenatal +DHA on Amazon with the code PREPOD20. Plus email your order number and mailing address to\xa0vanessa@pregnancypodcast.com\xa0to get a free silicone baby bib. You can always see the current promo code for the Zahler prenatal vitamin by\xa0clicking here. \xa0 Try AG1 and get a\xa0FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first purchase.\xa0Each serving of AG1 delivers your daily dose of vitamins, minerals, pre- and probiotics, and more. It\u2019s a powerful, healthy habit that\u2019s also powerfully simple.\xa0 (As a friendly reminder, pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement.) \xa0 \xa0 Read the\xa0full article and resources that accompany this episode. \xa0 \xa0 Join\xa0Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more. \xa0 \xa0 Check out the\xa040 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners. \xa0 \xa0 For more evidence-based information, visit the\xa0Pregnancy Podcast website.