does anyone know of any other hyperallergenic formulas besides similac alimentum? my son was just put on it and money is tight. i need ready to feed.
2007-01-12 23:39:58 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Nutramigen is another formula that is milk and soy free but it is not corn free. If your baby has a suspected corn allergy then ready to use alimentum is your best bet. It does not have corn in it.
I would ask the pediatrician if they think your son has a corn allergy. If not, then you can buy the powder alimentum. The composition of alimentum powder and nutramigen powder are close but not identical. If your son is doing well on alimentum, I would not advise a switch until your son is older and even then I would ask the pediatrician first before switching.
You can contact your local WIC office and see if your son qualifies. If he does, you will receive formula vouchers for the first year. With alimentum, you will need a doctor's prescription, so make sure when you make the appointment, let the staff know that you need alimentum.
I hope this helps. Good luck to you and your son.
2007-01-16 13:19:00 · answer #1 · answered by jns 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Back in 1980 when my 2nd daughter was born she required this type of formula as well and back then it was $15 to $20 a can, and only could be obtain by prescription, with a can lasting for approximately 3 days and they did not offer "ready to feed". You guys have it so easy now a days. Hey if it takes you a couple of more minutes each day to fix bottles and saves you $5 to $10 dollars, then hey, for your child, the sacrifice of no ready to feed is a small one. God Bless.
2007-01-17 05:07:17 · answer #2 · answered by Bethy4 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some of this kind of formula is high like $25.00 dollars a can I know because my great nephew is 4 months old, and has been drinking this for 3 months now. Consult with your doctor before changing a babies formula because the wrong formula can cause serious harm to your baby. See if your doctor can give you sample's from his office or from the hospital. Sign up or WIC it may be available where you are at. They give voucher's to low income people with children up to 5 years old, and you get milk. apply for county assistance in your area. Welfare will help you get milk for your baby. At $25.00 a can of milk it is very costly, and you need help to feed your baby. Don't be afraid not ashamed to ask your county for assistance it will help nourish your baby, and maintain his health, and life.
2007-01-17 04:19:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your pediatrician. They may be able to give you some sample cans. Also, maybe you can qualify for health dept. helps. Another suggestion might be canned goats milk. I know that my ped. recommended it at times.
2007-01-13 09:24:51 · answer #4 · answered by DT 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
neutrilion A.R,nan 1 and 2 or milupa
2007-01-13 08:43:49 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋