Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Fred A. Tega is a board-certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP) with years of experience caring for children from birth through adolescence. He founded DocVites after seeing firsthand how few children's vitamins on the market met the standard he would recommend to his own patients — too much sugar, artificial ingredients, and formulas not designed to grow with a child from infancy through their teenage years. DocVites is the brand he built to fill that gap.

DocVites is a line of USDA Certified Organic vitamins formulated specifically for children, from birth through age 18 and beyond. Every formula is developed by a board-certified pediatrician and made without added sugar, artificial dyes, or synthetic preservatives.

Yes. DocVites products are formulated to meet USDA Organic certification standards. USDA Organic means the ingredients are grown and processed without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified organisms. You can verify our organic certification through the USDA National Organic Program.

It means our ingredients meet strict USDA standards for organic farming and production — no GMOs, no synthetic pesticides, no irradiation. Products carrying the USDA Organic seal meet these standards from farm to bottle.

Yes. DocVites products undergo third-party testing for purity and potency to verify that what is on the label is what is in the bottle — and that no contaminants, heavy metals, or undisclosed substances are present. Third-party testing is a non-negotiable standard for a brand founded by a pediatrician.

When you choose Subscribe & Save at checkout you receive 15% off every order automatically. Your chosen DocVites product is delivered on your selected schedule — every 30 days or every 60 days. You can skip, pause, or cancel your subscription at any time through your customer portal with no penalty and no minimum commitment.

DocVites offers free shipping on all orders above $49.99. Orders below $49.99 are subject to standard shipping rates. All orders are processed and shipped within 1–2 business days. Estimated delivery is 3–7 business days depending on your location. Subscribe & Save orders ship automatically on your chosen schedule.

We stand behind the quality of every DocVites product. If you are not satisfied with your purchase for any reason, please contact us within 30 days of delivery at support@docvites.com and we will work with you to make it right. Opened products may be eligible for a refund or replacement at our discretion. Unopened products in original condition may be returned within 30 days for a full refund.

DocVites products do not contain the major common allergens — no gluten, no dairy, no soy, no tree nuts, no peanuts, and no shellfish. However if your child has a known allergy or sensitivity, we recommend reviewing the full ingredient list on each product and consulting your pediatrician before use.

DocVites products are manufactured in a cGMP-certified facility in the United States. cGMP stands for Current Good Manufacturing Practice — the FDA standard for supplement manufacturing that ensures consistent quality, purity, and potency in every batch.

Children's Organic Liquid Multivitamin With Prebiotic is formulated for children ages 1 through 18 and beyond. It is designed to be the one daily vitamin that grows with your child from toddlerhood through their teenage years. The dosing adjusts by age — 10ml daily for ages 1–3 and 20ml daily for ages 4 and older.

Ages 1–3: 10ml (one level measuring cup) daily. Ages 4 and up: 20ml (two level measuring cups) daily. DocVites liquid can be taken directly from the measuring cup, stirred into juice, added to water, or mixed into food. It does not need to be refrigerated before opening but should be stored in the refrigerator after opening and used within 90 days.

No. DocVites Children's Organic Liquid Multivitamin With Prebiotic contains a PREBIOTIC blend — not probiotics. Prebiotics are plant-based dietary fibres that feed the beneficial bacteria already living in your child's gut. Probiotics are live bacteria themselves. Our formula uses three complementary prebiotic fibres — Galactooligosaccharides, Organic Inulin from Chicory Root, and Fructooligosaccharides — to support a healthy digestive environment alongside the vitamin and mineral formula.

Standard synthetic forms of B12 (cyanocobalamin) and folate (folic acid) require the body to convert them into their active forms before use. A significant number of children carry a genetic variation — known as the MTHFR variant — that limits this conversion. By using Methylcobalamin (B12) and 5-MTHF (methylated folate), DocVites delivers the active, ready-to-use forms directly so every child benefits regardless of their genetics.

Iron is an essential mineral for cognitive development and healthy red blood cell formation in growing children. We use Ferrochel™ — a patented ferrous bisglycinate chelate — which is significantly gentler on the stomach than standard iron forms and is absorbed more effectively. Keep all supplements containing iron out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

No. DocVites is naturally sweetened with organic stevia — a plant-derived sweetener. There is no added sugar, no high-fructose corn syrup, no artificial sweeteners, and no artificial flavors. The natural flavor is mixed berry and orange from organic natural flavors.

If your child is taking any other vitamin, mineral, or dietary supplement, we recommend consulting your pediatrician before adding DocVites to ensure appropriate total daily nutrient intake. Do not exceed the recommended daily serving.

One 10oz bottle provides 30 servings for children ages 1–3 (at 10ml per serving) or 15 servings for children ages 4 and up (at 20ml per serving). Families with children ages 4 and older who subscribe every 30 days may want to consider subscribing to two bottles per month.

Children's Organic Liquid Multivitamin With Prebiotic is formulated for ages 1–18+ with 23 vitamins, minerals, and nutrients including a prebiotic blend, iron, and choline. It is designed to be a comprehensive daily multivitamin for toddlers through teenagers. The Organic Multivitamin Drops is formulated specifically for ages 0–12 months with 11 nutrients in a 1ml serving — designed for the simpler, gentler nutritional needs of infants and very young toddlers.

DocVites Children's Organic Liquid Multivitamin With Prebiotic is formulated with plant-based and organic ingredients. The Vitamin D3 used is cholecalciferol which is typically derived from lanolin (sheep's wool) — the most bioavailable form for children. If your family follows a strict vegan lifestyle, please review the full ingredient list and consult your pediatrician.

Organic Multivitamin Drops are formulated for infants and young toddlers from birth through 12 months. Each serving is 1ml — a precise, gentle dose designed for the critical nutritional needs of the first two years of life.

The recommended serving is 1ml daily. You can administer directly using the dropper provided, mix into breast milk or formula, or stir into pureed food once your child has started solids. The formula is mixed berry and orange flavored and mixes easily.

Organic Multivitamin Drops are formulated for ages 0–12 months. For newborns and very young infants, we recommend consulting your pediatrician before introducing any dietary supplement, including multivitamins, to establish the right nutritional support for your baby's specific needs.

No. The Organic Multivitamin Drops formula does not contain iron. Iron supplementation for infants requires careful dosing guidance from a pediatrician. If your infant's pediatrician has recommended iron supplementation, please discuss the appropriate product and dosage with them directly.

One 1oz bottle provides 30 servings at 1ml per daily serving — a 30-day supply.

The product does not require refrigeration before opening. After opening, store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. For best results, refrigerate after opening and use within 90 days of opening.

Organic Multivitamin Drops contains 11 essential vitamins and minerals including Vitamins A, C, D3, E, K2, and B vitamins — a broad-spectrum formula for overall infant nutritional support. Organic Vitamin D Drops (DV-IVD-1OZ) contains only Vitamin D3 — specifically formulated for infants who need targeted Vitamin D supplementation, particularly breastfed infants.

The Organic Multivitamin Drops already contains Vitamin D3. If you are also using the Organic Vitamin D Drops, please consult your pediatrician to ensure the combined Vitamin D intake is appropriate for your infant's age and weight. Do not exceed the pediatrician-recommended daily Vitamin D intake.

Organic Vitamin D Drops are formulated for infants ages 0–12 months. Each serving delivers 400 IU of Vitamin D3 — the amount aligned with guidance for daily Vitamin D intake in infants, particularly those who are exclusively or predominantly breastfed.

The recommended serving is 1ml daily. Administer directly with the dropper provided, or mix into a small amount of breast milk or formula. The formula is unflavored and odorless — it will not affect the taste of breast milk or formula.

Breast milk is the ideal nutrition for infants but typically does not provide sufficient Vitamin D. Vitamin D is primarily synthesized through sun exposure, which is not recommended for young infants. DocVites Organic Vitamin D Drops provide 400 IU of Vitamin D3 daily in a clean, organic, two-ingredient formula to support healthy bone development and calcium absorption in breastfed infants.

Intentionally. For the youngest infants we believe less is more. Vitamin D3 requires only a carrier oil for delivery — and we chose organic MCT oil from organic coconut as the cleanest, most neutral option available. No preservatives. No sweeteners. No flavors. No fillers. Two ingredients because two is all that is needed.

One 1 oz bottle provides 30 servings at 1ml per daily serving — a 30-day supply.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants consuming less than 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of vitamin D-fortified formula per day receive a Vitamin D supplement of 400 IU daily. Most standard infant formulas are fortified with Vitamin D, and infants who are drinking a full 32 ounces or more of formula each day are typically meeting their Vitamin D needs through formula alone.

If your baby is formula-fed and consistently consuming 32 ounces or more of fortified formula daily, an additional Vitamin D supplement may not be necessary. If your baby is consuming less than this amount — for example during the transition from breast milk to formula or during early introduction of solids — DocVites Organic Vitamin D Drops may help fill that gap.

We recommend checking the Vitamin D content on your formula's label and consulting your pediatrician to determine whether supplementation is appropriate for your baby's specific intake and age.