Follow-on formula contains the same ingredients as infant formula, and its levels of nutrients are also strictly controlled under the same regulations. It contains higher levels of iron and vitamin D, which babies need a higher dietary intake of from six months; because of this, some people choose to switch to follow-on formula.

Growing-up and toddler milks are marketed as an alternative to whole cows' milk for toddlers and children over 1 year old. There's no evidence to suggest that these products provide extra nutritional benefits for young children. Other than the addition of DHA, an LCP which the EFSA has accepted contributes to the normal visual development of infants up to 12 months, the other extra ingredients are not of proven benefit; therefore, having these additional ingredients doesn't make one formula milk more superior than another. If they were, then the formula milk compositional criteria would be amended to include it. What is the closest baby formula to breast milk? When it’s time to feed your baby, make up their formula feed as you usually would. It’s important that the boiled water is still hot, to ensure that any bacteria present in the formula powder is destroyed.If your baby is diagnosed as being allergic to cows' milk, a GP will prescribe an appropriate hypoallergenic infant formula with fully hydrolysed (broken down) proteins. Our little one is formula fed on cow & gate anti reflux and has been for nearly two weeks. She is constantly straining and constipated with it, even given her piles bless her. We’ve had to be prescribed lactulose to help soften her stools which so far hasn’t helped much. If your baby is drinking around 500-600ml of infant formula a day, they should be receiving enough vitamin D to meet their needs, so they won’t need additional drops. Keep in mind that lactose intolerance is not the same as a cow's milk allergy. Lactose-free formula contains cow’s milk proteins that are found in normal infant formula, so it isn't suitable for babies with a cow’s milk allergy.

There are two organic formula milks available on the market, made by HiPP Organic and Kendamil. However, even in non-organic formulas, the pesticide residue level is set very low (must not exceed 0.01mg/kg of the reconstituted or ready-for-consumption product). Are any baby formula milk brands better than others?Whole cows' milk is a suitable choice as a main drink for your child from age 1. Semi-skimmed cows' milk is a suitable main drink for children over 2 who are eating a balanced diet. Types of milk to avoid Approx. age: 6 months**, Approx. weight: 7.5kg, 16 1/2lb, Preparation for single feeds: No. of level scoops per feed (1 scoop = 4.5g): 7, Preparation for single feeds: Quantity of water per feed 210ml, 7fl.oz, Preparation for single feeds: Number of feeds per 24 hours: 5 The chemical structure of phytoestrogens is similar to the female hormone oestrogen. Because of this, there are concerns that they could affect a baby's reproductive development, especially in babies who drink only soya-based infant formula.

Approx. age: 2 weeks, Approx. weight: 3.9kg, 8 1/2lb, Preparation for single feeds: No. of level scoops per feed (1 scoop = 4.5g): 4, Preparation for single feeds: Quantity of water per feed 120ml, 4fl.oz, Preparation for single feeds: Number of feeds per 24 hours: 6 Approx. age: 2 months, Approx. weight: 5kg, 11lb, Preparation for single feeds: No. of level scoops per feed (1 scoop = 4.5g): 6, Preparation for single feeds: Quantity of water per feed 180ml, 6fl.oz, Preparation for single feeds: Number of feeds per 24 hours: 5 Use the scoop: Use the scoop provided to measure the correct amount of formula powder as recommended by the manufacturer. Don't be tempted to add extra as this can cause constipation and dehydration.Formula milk, also known as baby formula or infant formula, is usually made from cows' milk that has been treated to make it more suitable for babies. Approx. age: Birth, Approx. weight: 3.5kg, 7 3/4lb, Preparation for single feeds: No. of level scoops per feed (1 scoop = 4.5g): 3, Preparation for single feeds: Quantity of water per feed 90ml, 3fl.oz, Preparation for single feeds: Number of feeds per 24 hours: 6 Toddler milk is advertised as containing much more iron than cow’s milk, but this is misleading. Cow’s milk contains very little iron and is not where you or your baby gets iron from in their diet. Iron is found in red meat, eggs, lentils and pulses, and green leafy veg. The theory is that the higher casein content helps to slow digestion and results in the baby feeling more satisfied and less hungry soon after feeding. Some of the formula manufacturers claim hungry milk can delay the start of weaning until the recommended time, for hungrier bottle-fed babies. Cow & Gate Anti-Reflux is nutritionally complete, suitable as a sole source of nutrition from birth and as part of a weaning diet from 6 months to 12 months.