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Formula
Asked by I.K. from New York
on October 1, 2010
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My son is eight month. I want to swich from breastmilk to formula because he dosent take the breast. I have to exclusively pump. Which formula is best. I tried enfamil...
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- Is it possible that your son is allergic to dairy? My daughter has a dairy allergy and could never accept regular formula (she would vomit it up). It was easiest to ...
- With my first I used Similac, and with my second I used Parent's Choice (Walmart brand). My doctor said generic is just as good. It's possible that formula is just...
- You have to use it more than once, it may take time for his tummy to get used to the change. I would start by mixing it half and half with breast milk so the transiti...
Looking for Alternative to Infant Formula
Asked by S.H. from Chicago
on October 19, 2006
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Hello. I am the parent of a baby that was 3 months premature. She is just over two months old (adjusted age) and is about 5 months old chronologically. She was in t...
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- I am not sure why you do not want store brand formulas but in case you change your mind Carnation Good Start is very gentle on them and breaks down better than other b...
- This breastfeeding vs. formula always seems to bring up quite a heated discussion. Before I start I will admit to being a breastfeeding mother. I just was wondering ...
- S., Have you tried contacting the Le Leche League? They would be a great resource in ways to, perhaps, re-stimulate your milk production. Also, there are hospital- r...
Organic Formula
Asked by E.M. from Tampa
on April 5, 2010
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So I saw an organic soy formula at the health food store and was wonering if anyone has every tried any type of organic formula. what did you think of it? How did your...
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- My daughter was on Soy formular and then when she was 2 the whole family went soy and we are a very happy bunch lol. As far as "effects on sexual maturation" she devel...
- Stay away from soy if at all possible. Soy can have longterm effects on sexual maturation. best, k
- I used an organic formula with my son and he did very well. I didn't use the soy one though.
Allergic to Dairy
Asked by J.S. from Dallas
on September 29, 2006
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My one year old is allergic to dairy. This was easy when he was on formula and baby food because I didn't really worry about. Now I am feeding him Rice Milk but I am...
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- Your son's doctor may not recommend soy because a certain percentage of children who are allergic to milk are also allergic to soy. The trouble with rice and soy milk...
- My chld has multiple allergies, including dairy. Yes, soy is questionable. Many dairy-allergic children are also allergic to soy protein, plus the estrogen issue so...
- Do you know what it is in the milk that he's allergic to? My daughter is allergic to something that's in milk but not in yogurt or cheese, which she loves. I give her ...
Formula Feeding My Baby, HELP!
Asked by K.L. from San Diego
on November 23, 2008
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We are expecting our first baby very soon, and I am in need of help in figuring out the whole formula/bottle thing. I had breast surgery five years ago, and won't be ...
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- K., I have used several formulas over the years. I have used CostCo formula, Similac, Enfamil and all different forms and formulas of such. The one that I have foun...
- My Dr. always recomended Good Start. I found it to be the most gentle and helps prevent constipation. Pick bottles without a lot of parts to clean. I like the Drop ins.
- Hi K. - My daughter liked Similac Advance just fine and took the first and only type of bottles we gave her . . .no problems at all. I didn't have to switch bottles...
Picking a Formula
Asked by A.N. from San Francisco
on February 7, 2008
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So, I breastfeed my daughter right now but I would like to give her some half formula half breastmilk bottles before bedtime. Is there a formula that tastes more like ...
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- After doing a taste test myself, I found Earth's Best Organic to taste (and smell) the best and have the least icky aftertaste. Standard commercial brands did not come...
- Have you ever tasted your breast milk? Mine was delicious! It reminded me of almond milk with some honey! Maybe you could taste it and try to add gentle, natural ...
- heres an idea. you can give her a bottle of your pumped milk. it will be healthier.
Organic Formula
Asked by D.B. from Los Angeles
on January 7, 2008
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Does anyone have any suggestions on a good organic brand of formula to feed my baby that is 7 mos? I am breastfeeding but sometimes there is not enough supply when I ...
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- I used Earths Best in the red tin. I thought it was very good.
- Well actually you need the advice and suggestion from a doctor just in case your child has an allergic reaction to certain formulas.
- Try Earth's Best. You can get it at Whole Foods Market, maybe Trader Joe's too. http://www.earthsbest.com/products/infant-formula.php Horizon Organic might also...
Baby Formula Choices
Asked by C.H. from Salt Lake City
on July 17, 2010
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Hello all,
We're adopting a baby (yay!) and are trying to decide what formula to start the baby out on. I keep hearing positive things about Walmart's brand and also...
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- Earth's best organic from baby's r us. then continued with no hormone milk.
- Kudos to you, and CONGRATS!! =D I use wal-mart brand gentle- and they sell it at Sam's club too (better value). It actually mixes easier in the water than enfamil ...
- We used the Sam's Club brand as it was a bigger container of formula. I didn't notice any bubbling. But you will have to make sure whatever formula they send home wi...
Formula HELP
Asked by K.L. from San Diego
on May 18, 2010
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My daughter is 8 weeks old. I have been breast feeding and supplementing about 6 oz of formula a day. I am using Similac because Enfamil she threw up immediately aft...
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- Hi K. I think that you did absolutely the right thing to consult your MD pediatritian first. I like going to homeopathic doctors (chiro, acupuncturist, etc) myself...
- 6 oz is nothing, you could easily boost your supply to fill that in. If you are away from her, and that is why she needs it, it will be harder to do, but still possibl...
- Follow what your MD says. Corn syrup is fine, High Fructose corn Syrup may nor be as satisying but normal corn syrup is ok. Talk to your MD. B. v,O. ...
Soy Formula
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on March 20, 2008
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I am looking to switch my 6 month old son to soy formula as many have told me it helps with spitting up issues and gas pains. All I want to know from other Mom's who ...
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- Hi M., My son whom is 13.5 weeks old is currently on Enfamil Soy. We started supplementing him with the regular enfamil while we were in the hospital because he wa...
- My son had HORRIBLE gas/pains from breast milk and milk-based formulas when he was an infant. I put him on soy and it was a miracle! He eventually outgrew the reaction...
- Hello M. B., I have a 2 year old. He had a lot of gas problems and cholic!!!! GentleEase was the only one we could use!! However, I found that Gripe Water and this w...
