1. Look for formulas that have a nutrient content similar to human milk.
The content of nutrients in breast milk as Ganfliosida, casein protein, whey, DHA (Docosahexaneoic acid), LA (linoleic acid), ALA (alpha linolenic) and AA (arachidonic acid). Read the label carefully content of the nutrients found in infant formula packaging.
2. Adjust the formula according to age toddlers
Often we see the packaging of milk with formula writing for infants aged 0-6 months or 6-12 months. Labels age was based on the condition of the baby's digestion. 0-6 month old baby has not had a perfect digestive system, in contrast to 6 months old baby, the baby already had a digestive system that can digest food other than breast milk.
It is important to remember, especially for infants aged 0 to 6 months if forced to give formula, give formula with a recommendation or prescription pediatrician. Infant formula can not be given arbitrarily as an indication of certain conditions, that the danger of formula
3. Identify the types of formula and find the best formula for babies. There are several types of formula are:
- Infant formulas derived from cow Infant formula milk is the most widely available today. Its main ingredient is cow's milk protein nutritional criteria are easily digested by babies. The content contained on the formula: proteins, carbohydrates and fat cow's milk, the content of which is sufficient for infant nutrition.
- Soya milk formula Formula without lactose and soy formula milk (soy protein) is the formula that is devoted to babies who have allergies lactose (the natural sugar in milk). Allergy is a condition in which the baby is unable to digest lactose
- Formula without lactose other Lactose lactose chosen with other types that do not increase the risk of lactose intolerance
Knowledge of the important formula in consideration in choosing the best formula. It is very wise if the mother first consult the pediatrician about the best formula for babies
