August 2014 Moms

Formula supplement recs

as I watch my freezer breastmilk supply dwindle, I'm coming to the realization that we may have to supplement with formula... Any recs on good ones?
Our ped didn't recommend anything specific, but I prefer an organic formula over something conventional

Re: Formula supplement recs

  • We use Babies Only and have been happy with it. It advertises as "toddler formula" to be supportive of breastfeeding but is fine for infants. My husband researched and was pleased by their process for adding DHA/ARA whatever it is.
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  • mindfulmama14mindfulmama14 member
    edited January 2015
    My personal experience:
    Similac Sensitive: tastes very sweet (Similar to BM) my LO did well on it.... However I did notice1st ingredient is corn syrup solids. No wonder it's sweet. lol.
    Enfamil Gentle ease: LO didn't care for taste (I tried it and it wasn't the best tasting to me but that's probably preference) also corn syrup as 1st ingredient.
    Finally came across Gerber Gentle-corn syrup is not 1st ingredient! Nice to have that option. So we'll be using Gerber.
    I still like Similac, I just feel like Gerber is best for our needs. :)
    I also really want to try Earth's Best organic formula...
    Hope you find one that LO agrees with, as all babies are different :)
  • Just used my last frozen milk on Monday.  We have been supplementing about 1-2 feedings a day for about a month now, as now that I'm back at work I cannot keep up with what she drinks at DC.  We use Similac Supplementation. She seems to like the taste, and will drink without complaint.  We tried regular Similac and she does not drink as well.
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  • We're in the same position and are going to try Earth's Best because it's organic... I'll let you know how we make out.
  • Also in the same boat, with an unopened can of Earth's Best organic soy on the counter ready to go when the moment hits...
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  • Thanks guys! We don't have to use it yet, but we purchased the Earth's Best formula last night, so hopefully it works out when the time comes!
  • Any reviews on Earth's Best?
    We were using Gerber Good Start, ready to feed. Then we decided to start using powdered to get a better value. It tastes different than RTF and LO does not like the taste. I tasted it and it personally think it has a horrible aftertaste compared to RTF... But RTF is more expensive than powdered.


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