Caroline had her 12 month check up today and they said her iron was low.  It was 10.3 and the average is 12.  Anyone had any experince with this?  I'm stunned because she eats so well- lots of fruits and veggies and whole grains and pastas.  We do some meat and fish but not alot. I've always been more on the vegetarian side.  She still nurses during the day and through the night.  We don't do dairy much, some cheese. She was sick last week with a high fever for a couple of days.  Can an illness cause a drop in iron level? Doc said we would do a recheck at her 15month.  Should I be worried? Or what should I change?

 

Carman