Hey April Mamas,

My daughter is a decent eater most days and drinks 12-16oz whole milk a day. She loves fruit, cheese, turkey, etc. That said, I am worried about her iron intake now that she doesn’t drink formula. Her iron levels were great at the 9mo check, but now she never really wants the iron rich foods I offer- quinoa, smoothies, red meat, etc. I am afraid she isn’t eating enough iron and could be at risk for anemia. Anyone else have this problem? Do they check iron levels again at the 15mo well visit? She used to eat anything and is definitely becoming pickier... especially during this leap.

Thank you!