thread: question re: shelf life

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  1. #1
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    Feb 2008
    Gold Coast, QLD
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    My son used to notice when the formula was getting close to a month old and he clearly didn't like it. He'd drink much less. It really does seem to go stale.

    It is also different to scoop, stickier or something. I also noticed that difference.



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    Last edited by SunnyRain; September 9th, 2011 at 12:34 PM.

  2. #2
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    Oct 2010
    Brisbane
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    I just wanted to add, if anyone wants to buy in case of emergency formula, they have premixed packs of a few brands, in tetra packs at Woolies, it is expensive to buy it that way, but it keeps a smaller amount on hand for a few feeds.

    edited to say I have just discovered you can also buy stick packs of some formulas, eg s-26 6 feeds for $5.
    Last edited by emc2; September 9th, 2011 at 11:24 AM.

  3. #3
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    Aug 2008
    Melbourne
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    Hmm - Given that I've stopped sterilizing and also use tap water, I can't say that I'm that concerned about it being 100% bacteria free. However, the idea that it may go off gives me pause. It does have a "use by" date that from recollection is at least one year out...but that's for an unopened tin. I'll think about it and decide what to do - thanks!