Baby Formula Guides

To reduce milk production, try gradual weaning, expressing just enough milk to ease discomfort, avoiding stimulation, cabbage leaf therapy, over-the-counter drugs, and get assistance. Weaning can be an emotional rollercoaster, but it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Be kind to your body!

The consistency of your baby's poop can vary depending on their age and diet. For breastfed babies, the stool is typically loose or runny, resembling mustard or cottage cheese. Formula-fed babies tend to have firmer stools with a paste-like consistency. With each month of a newborn's development, child poop changes.

While maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is crucial during this time, it's equally important to be aware of the foods that might have adverse effects on your baby through breast milk. Certain foods, such as highly caffeinate beverages, spicy dishes, and foods with potential allergic properties should be avoided.

European baby formulas not only meet but often exceed the iron content requirements established by the European Food and Safety Authorities (EFSA). Unlike single stage formulas in the USA, European baby formulas adhere to specific nutritional requirements differentiating between 0–6 months and 6–12 months.

When reading the labels of baby formula, it's important to consider the type and amount of oils included, especially those that provide essential fatty acids such as DHA and ARA, which are important for infant brain and eye development. Some commonly used oils in baby formula include vegetable oils like soybean, sunflower, and safflower oil, as well as palm oil and coconut oil. However, it's important to be aware that some oils, like palm oil, may have potential health risks and may be listed under different names on the label.