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Babies of mums who are or have been iron deficient in pregnancy.
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Prematurity and/or low birthweight
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Multiple pregnancy
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Late or insufficient introduction of iron rich solids
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Excess cow's milk consumption beyond 12 months of age. More than 500mls per day can inhibit the uptake of iron and diminish appetite for solid food.
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Picky eating
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Undiagnosed food allergy/intolerance which can cause malabsorption issues
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fatigue
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pale skin
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weakness
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poor appetite
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restless sleep
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