The WIC program has changed thier formula from Similac to Enfamil starting Nov. 1st. I had Similac with Iron and now I will be getting Enfamil Lipil with Iron. Can anyone give me some edvice on how to change it with my 3 month. I dont know if it will impact her very much or make her sick. They act like its no big deal...its kinda frustrating. Any input would help! Thanks
-Lorah
2006-09-30 10:07:52 · 13 answers · asked by babie_gurl781 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Any time one changes formula it can effect a child. I would make sure to start her off slowly and give her plenty of water also. As suggested above check with pediatrician also. She will be fine. Sounds like you are a good mommy. :-)
2006-09-30 10:17:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Babies switch formula all the time with no trouble as long as its the same type. ( milk based to milk based or soy to soy). If you are concerned I would slowly switch formulas; 1/4th, 1/2, 3/4ths until they are on the new formula or just 1/2 and half for about a week. I think Similac and Enfamil are pretty much identical.
2006-09-30 12:36:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with your ped. But so far I often change the formula to my baby boy. From Enfamil at newborn, then to Similac till now. And he is doing fine
2006-09-30 12:32:31 · answer #3 · answered by cutebluesea18 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have actually had to switch my boys formula too many times to count. But, in all the times the best way to do it in my opinion is:
eg for 6 oz bottle:
2 1/2 scoops old, 1/2 scoop new - day one
2 scoops old, 1 scoop new - day two
1 1/2 scoops old, 1 1/2 scoops new - day three
1 scoop old, 2 scoops new - day four
You get the pic, also keep an eye on the behavior and stools for any significant change. We have had lactose, constipation, runny stools, colic, irritable bowl, everything you can think of with the formulas (I wish I would have stuck it out on the breast feeding)! Good luck!
2006-09-30 14:12:18 · answer #4 · answered by Wes's Mommy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have changed formula many times because of WIC or what's on sale, and as long as it's the same TYPE of formula--milk based as opposed to switching to SOY or something, it's been a non-issue. The babies haven't cared one whit. So just try it cold turkey and watch for any reaction.
2006-09-30 11:04:12 · answer #5 · answered by toomanycommercials 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can check with your ped, but I changed on my daughter -- Enfamil to Costco store brand and had no troubles at all. Go to the store and read the side of the cans. They are probably almost identical.
2006-09-30 10:15:57 · answer #6 · answered by Beth M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You gradually take her off.Mix alittle bit of new formula with the stuff you won't be using antmore & every time add more & more.My doctor says this is the best way to do it.Instead of cold turkey.This way she will get use to the taste & it should'nt mess her tummy up.After 2days of this she should be completly switched.
2006-09-30 10:49:25 · answer #7 · answered by hotmama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WIC supplies you maximum formulation. they have a freelance in the process the companies that make the formulation, including Similac or Nestle. no count if it rather is a particular formulation it is needed you will would desire to get word from the youngster's well-known practitioner and a great style of the time WIC supplies you it for you.
2016-10-15 09:24:15 · answer #8 · answered by saleh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may wanna do half and half in her bottles for a week the switch to just the efamil.
Some peds. will write you a wic perscrition to not switch check with yours.
2006-09-30 10:27:16 · answer #9 · answered by Candi S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, if you go to your pediatrician and ask them to write a prescription for your regular formula, WIC should accept it, and you can continue with that specific one. Call them and ask.
2006-09-30 10:30:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋