like if the store is out of my usual brand can i just buy something else instead.
2006-12-18 01:39:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I would probably stick to 1. Their tummies are sooo sensitive and you don't want to create problems.
2006-12-18 01:43:55 · answer #1 · answered by Queen of Kings 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When i tried to switch my kids to a different formula, they did not like it, and got very colicy from it. Also they spit up a lot with it. All i was trying to do was switch from similac neosure advance which is for premature babies, to the regular similac. My kids were never able to for some reason. I wouldn't switch if you didn't have to just in case. The nutrients arent exactly the same from one brand to the next. If you do want to switch to a brand more easily found, make it extremely gradual. Mix old formula with new but i wouldn't change anything until you talk to your Dr. Good luck!
2006-12-18 09:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by misty n justin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it's best to shop around even if it's a higher price. or get enough to last at the higher price at another store to last a few days and check back with the place you usually buy from. you shouldnt be changing the baby's formula unless the baby's doctor has been consulted first. they start babies on certain formula's based on need when they are born and adjust accordingly in the next few weeks.
2006-12-18 09:49:25 · answer #3 · answered by sweetestnectar25 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, as long as it's soy and soy or regular and regular.
i use regular good start with DHA and ARA with iron. my dr said that i could give my son the same thing but different brand every day if i wanted to and it won't make a difference.
some parents swear that their kid does better with enfamil than similac etc....however, i took the time to compare the labels and they are soooo close in ingredients and nutritional content that they are virtually the same thing.
so, if the store is out of your brand then, buy the same type (soy, iron free etc) in a different brand.
then, switch back when you find more of your normal brand.
take care:)
2006-12-18 09:48:00 · answer #4 · answered by joey322 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can but it may upset your babies tummy. This happened to my son and he got really bad gas and stomach pains and would cry a lot if I used another brand. So now I stick to one brand.
2006-12-18 09:43:19 · answer #5 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is ok that you can find different formula in the supermarket and your baby is used to it. There should be no problem if your baby does not suffer from any diarrahea, vomitting or constipation.
2006-12-18 10:27:33 · answer #6 · answered by hswee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no i wouldn't recommend it i once did that and it can cause a allergic reaction if your store is out find a store that has your brand better to be safe then sorry
2006-12-18 09:48:48 · answer #7 · answered by kayme42 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋