This also means Kendamil's formula contains naturally occurring MFGM (Milk Fat Globule Membrane). Cow's milk naturally has MFGM, which is a combination of fats, proteins, and carbs that creates a defensive layer around milk's fat globules. Nannycare and Formuland were generous enough to donate Stage 1, Stage 2, and Stage 3 varieties for testing! Using the scoop provided, add the correct number of levelled scoops to the bottle. Use the straight edge inside the lid to level each scoop. Kendamil Stage 3 is for babies 12 months and onward. This “toddler milk” is perfect for parents who want to use formula into toddlerhood. Notice how close all of those numbers are to each other, with Nannycare having a nutritional profile that is very similar to most other European baby formulas, prioritizing protein over fats.

We tested Stage 1 in a 2-month-old formula-fed baby (he typically feeds with Similac) and a 4-month-old breast-fed baby (mom has supplemented only twice with formula). The 4-month-old's mom reports difficulties with constipation when attempting to use formula. One nice feature of whole milk is that it’s naturally sweet! Which means that, without adding sugar, Kendamil’s formula has a unique golden color and creamy sweet taste that babies love. #5 | NO SOYSafety first: Formula should always be close to body temperature (about 37 degrees C, or 98.6 degrees F) when feeding, to reduce the risk of burns. Both of the infants who tried Stage 1 seemed to take to it immediately without any acceptance issues. While we're showcasing Stage 1 in the picture, all three stages are mixed very nicely with water. To prepare the formula, we followed the instructions: boil water and leave it to cool for about 10 minutes (corresponding to about 99 degrees F), add the correct number of leveled scoops of formula (using the convenient straight-edge in the container to level the scoops!), close the bottle cap and shake until the formula is dissolved. Then, put a nipple on the bottle, cool it to 37 degrees C (about 99 deg F), and feed. While Kendamil is made in Great Britain which is not part of the European Union, they do sell their products throughout the EU and therefore must conform to broader EU organic requirements. Importantly, neither of the infants developed any gas or spit-up (or other signs of distress). Both parents suggested that their little ones seemed pretty happy after feeding with Nannycare, and one of them said it seemed to soothe the tummy more than Bobbie.

European baby formulas are becoming increasingly common in the US, as parents look to the EU to find high-quality, organic baby formulas that they can trust (and afford!). Let's learn more about why this is a top choice for parents looking for an alternative to organic formula but still offered in a European-style recipe! Once the formula was shaken (we consistently shook each bottle about 50 times to ensure sufficient and uniform mixing), we didn't find any film, residue, or clumps inside of the bottles (with all 3 stages). The organic baby formula market is expanding rapidly, especially in the European market, but it's challenging to compete with companies like HiPP and Holle having ruled this market for several decades. We were excited to get our hands on Nannycare, and we were pleasantly surprised by its ingredients, nutrition, sensitivity, and acceptance and tolerance by the little ones.The level of fluoride in Nannycare is equivalent to about 0.07 mg of fluoride in a liter of prepared formula, which is considerably less than the fluoride levels found in bottled water (about 0.4mg per liter), and way less than found in typical (fluoridated) tap water (about 5mg per liter). Basically, Nannycare contains only trace amounts of fluoride, much less than what is probably in the water you're using to prepare the formula! Nannycare Testing in Infants

Step 2: Boil fresh water and let cool for 30 minutes before adding powder. Do not use artificially softened or repeatedly boiled water. Measure the required water into a sterilised bottle. The use of locally sourced ingredients from the Lake District and other local regions will provide some intangible benefits for the quality of their infant and toddler formulas. While these benefits may not appear on an ingredients label, this usually means that there is a lower risk of the products containing all the nasty stuff you don't want to occur (even in trace amounts), like pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics, or heavy metals.As a testament to the trust that British families place in Kendamil, it was used to feed Prince Louis of Cambridge (the son of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge), and received the Royal Queen's Award in 2020! In our hands-on review of the Nannycare formulas, just like we did in our Jovie Goat formula review, Kendamil Goat formula review, and Loulouka Goat formula review, we tested all three stages of Nannycare formulas with two infants and a toddler, tasted them ourselves (we always do!), and consulted with a developmental nutritionist to assess ingredients and nutritional contents relative to FDA and USDA guidelines.Nannycare offers three goat milk formulas, all of which use whole goat milk and lactose: Stage 1 (birth onward), Stage 2 (6-12 months), and Stage 3 (1-3 years).

Prebiotics via GOS: We prefer baby formulas that include prebiotics to aid in digestion, such as by including galactooligosaccharides, which are dietary prebiotics that help promote a healthy gut microbiome through benefits to intestinal microbiota and gut barrier function. Note that Nannycare does not include GOS prebiotics. However, whole cream A2 goat milk also naturally contains an abundance of prebiotics, which likely helps with the digestibility of this formula. In our review of the Nannycare Stage 1 formula, using a 1.515 multiplier relative to their nutrition facts label (to equal 100kcal of formula), we found that the Nannycare Stage 1 infant formula met all of the minimum FDA nutritional requirements (and did not exceed any of their maximums). Overall, the nutritional profile of Kendamil was excellent, coming in near or above FDA and USDA guidelines, which was nice to see and made us feel comfortable using this to not only supplement but also possibly replace breast milk entirely (talk to your doctor first, of course!). They carry more specialty formulas like Jovie Goat Milk, HiPP Goat Milk, Stage 3 and Stage 4 formula from HiPP, Holle, Jovie, Kendamil, Lebenswert, Kabrita, Nannycare, Premibio, and organic vegan baby formulas like Bebe M!By the way, the tins that Kendamil comes in are amazing and so much easier than the classic cardboard containers, with a flip-top lid and flat inside edge so you can level off the scoops of formula - nice touch! Safety First: Never prepare powdered formula with anything but water. If you're interested in fortifying your breast milk with formula you must ask your doctor for guidance first, as this can be very dangerous for your baby.