Tips and Information
 
There are several varieties of formulas on the market today.  These formulas typically fall into three categories:
  • Milk-based
  • Soy-based
  • Hypoallergenic

Milk-based formulas are usually used for babies that do not show any feeding sensitivities.  Signs of feeding sensitivities include rashes, loose stools and irritability.

When a milk-protein allergy is suspected, your doctor may recommend a lactose-free formula or a soy-based formula.

Lactose-free formulas may be beneficial when lactose-intolerance is suspected.  Lactose-free formulas are milk-based.

Soy-based formulas are usually used for babies that have symptoms such as excessive fussiness, spit-up or gas.  Soy-based formulas are milk-free and lactose-free.

Although studies suggest that breastfeeding is best for an infant with reflux, there are several formulas on the market that work well for infants with reflux.  Trying to determine the difference between types and brands of formulas can be very confusing.  The following chart can help you determine which formula might work best for your infant.

Comparison Chart

Product Milk-based Soy-based Hypoallergenic Lactose-free
Enfamil LIPIL with Iron •      
Similac with Iron •      
Enfamil LactoFree LIPIL •     •
Similac Lactose Free •     •
Enfamil A.R. LIPIL •      
Enfamil ProSobee LIPIL   •   •
Similac Isomil with Iron   •   •
Enfamil Nutramigen LIPIL     • •
Similac Alimentum     • •
SHS Neocate     • •

What's Next?

Breastfeeding
Solid Foods

 
 
NOTE:  The information on this page is not exhaustive and complete accuracy is not guaranteed.  Please consult your doctor with any questions you may have regarding the treatment of your child.
 

Additional Links for Formula

Product Homepages

Similac
 http://www.welcomeaddition.com/display.cfm?id=139

Enfamil
 http://www.enfamil.com/products/formula_finder/index.html

Neocate
 http://www.shsna.com/html/neocate_inf_formula.htm

General Sites

Timing of Feedings/Thickened Feedings
 http://staff.washington.edu/growing/Feed/GER.htm

Barley Cereal and Celiac Disease
 http://www.lebanonhealth.com/condi/255.htm

Thickened Feeds and Premature Infants
 http://depts.washington.edu/nutrpeds/faq/diagnosis/premature.htm
 

References

Product Websites.

 
 

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