if a supplement isn’t labeled for a baby, can I still use it for my baby?

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When supplements and vitamins are labeled with a specific age range, it’s usually because the serving size is designed for that age. Supplements that do not give a specific age range can most times be used for any age, given the supplement itself is safe for said age.

Let's look at Vitamin C as an example

NIH vitamin c recs

0-6mo: 40mg daily

7-12mo: 50mg daily

1-3yr: 15mg daily

4-8yr: 25mg daily

9-13yr: 45mg daily

14-18yr male: 75mg

14-18yr female: 65 mg

Mary Ruth’s infant vitamin C (top) has the same exact ingredients as their kids and adults version (bottom). The only difference is the serving size.

You could use the 4+ for the whole family, and instead of giving the 4mL (90mg) to a 6 month old you could reduce to 1-2mL.