Raising a baby is a 24-hour job that requires your full attention. As a new parent, you must have a million questions on how to take care of your child in the best possible way.
The first thing you want to do is figure out your baby’s nursing and bottle-feeding. This depends on your personal preferences and your baby’s allergies or other conditions. Additionally, if you are not breastfeeding due to personal or medical reasons, it becomes all the more important to choose the best baby formula for your child to ensure they get all the necessary nutrients and vitamins.
In this article, we have highlighted a comprehensive guide for first-time moms and other parents who want to learn everything about baby formulas in order to make the right choice for the health and wellbeing of their child.
What Are Your Options
It is best to know all the available options before choosing a baby formula. Whether you prefer a dairy and soy free formula or a specialized formula to address specific health conditions, we have got you covered. Below are the five main types of baby formulas that are on the market.
Cow’s-milk-based formula
Doctors often tend to recommend a cow’s-milk-based formula since it is quite easily available on the market. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) cites that it makes up around 80% of baby formulas sold on the market.
This type of formula is mainly made of cow’s milk after it has been modified to make it more digestible. However, if your baby is allergic to cow’s milk or is lactose (a type of carbohydrate) intolerant, you may want to explore other options.
Soy-based formula
Soy is a legume of Asian origin that is rich in protein and carbohydrates such as glucose or sucrose. It is a great alternative for parents who want a baby formula that doesn’t contain any animal products. It is also usually suggested to parents whose child is unable to tolerate the lactose found in cow’s milk.
Protein Hydrolyzed formula
Protein hydrolyzed formulas contain hydrolyzed or
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