I agree with Heather. Having it in the cupboard is far too tempting, and the only way to increase supply is to feed more often. I would be more inclined to buy a sling and have bubs constantly attached than buy a tin of formula 'just in case' because the temptation when you are new to it is so great.
Yeah, I'm with the others.
When the bub first comes you may find yourself feeding every couple of hours, but that doesn't mean you're not producing enough milk.
But if you weren't prepared for that you might think it meant you weren't making enough milk
Hth
Those initial two weeks, I was ready to give up breastfeeding almost every feed and the only thing that stopped me was that there was nothing else in the house I could give her! I agree, it can be good not to have the temptation there because it is a tough job at first -- especially those frequent night feeds.
i agree! dont buy formula.. i think its what ruined my BFing in the end which only lasted 6 weeks. It was just easier when she was screaming and i was so tired.
But the answer to you question is yes, they do an organic Formula. "Bellamys" do one but if only seen 6 month + ones, so u might have to google it. Try and stick with "whey dominant" formula's as they are easier to digest.
Bellamy’s Organic endorses the belief that certified organic ingredients are more beneficial during the first few months of life than at any other time.
Babies are growing and developing rapidly and their bodies are more vulnerable to any harmful substances that may be in their food. We choose certified organic ingredients as they offer purity and wholesome nutrition as they are grown without any chemicals, synthetic fertilizers, antibiotics or growth hormones.
Bellamy’s Organic Formula is a wholesome foundation made with certified organic milk, oils, carbohydrates and proteins, together with all the essential vitamins, minerals and iron needed for a healthy growing baby.
Easy to digest, our formulas met all the strict Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) requirements for infant nutrition with the added benefits of being certified organic.
The Organic Steps
Step 1 – Bellamy’s Organic infant formula Step 1 is whey dominant and nutritionally balanced to provide the nourishment needed for your baby from birth. Our Step 1 formula is suitable for your baby until 12 months of age. There is no need to change your formula choice to a Step - 2 or follow on formula at 6 months unless you or your health professional feels that your baby may benefit from the protein base which takes longer to digest.
Step 2 – Bellamy’s Organic Step 2 is casein dominant and nutritionally balanced for babies from 6 to 12 months. Our Step 2 formula is particularly suitable for hungry babies who may benefit from a protein base which takes longer to digest.
Step 3 – Bellamy’s Organic Toddler Milk is suitable for all toddlers from 12 months to 3 years of age. It is designed as a compliment to your active Toddler’s daily varied diet.
Your Organic Choice
When choosing a formula from birth we recommend the use of our Step 1 Infant Formula until your baby is 12 months of age.
Babies are generally born hardwired to breastfeed. They are perfectly adapted to their situation. Colostrum, the first milk is all they need. While it comes in small quantities (perfect, because baby's stomach can only accomodate 5-7mls in the first days) it provides them with all they need. Stores of brown fat laid down in the baby's body meet any shortfall. Formula is simply unnecessary and filling your baby with formula can make breastfeeding more difficult.
A great investment is a subscription to the Australian Breastfeeding Association which includes their great book - "Breastfeeding....naturally" and for an extra $20 take one of their great Breastfeeding Education Classes.
for more information, go to Australian Breastfeeding Association
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