Choosing a formula

sad5781

After 8 months, I've packed away the pump. YAY!!!!

Now, we are using up the freezer supply and mixing in some formula.  I had two small can's of enfamil in the pantry that I got for free so I've been using that with no problems.

Is there any reason for me not to just get the big can of Sam's brand formula?  I just can't see why I HAVE to get name brand and I'd love to save the money?  C is not a picky fella, he's never had problems with gas, reflux, etc. 

Thoughts?

darva

Sam gets Parent's Choice from walmart and the BRU brand of Similac.  They're the same, no reason to not go the cheaper route unless for some medical reason to use the 'name' brands.

CareBear01

Oh my - the bump is SLOW! 

I started off with Enfamil b/c that was what I had the most free samples of.  I then switched to Similac (again, more free samples).  I preferred the Enfamil b/c it didn't seem to smell as bad.  Then, after I was buying it for awhile, I got smart and started getting the Target Brand (Up and Up).  We had no problems with it, and it was SO much cheaper.

Also - wanted to comment on you mixing the BM and formula.  I wouldn't recommend it because if he doesn't finish it all, you essentially have to trash it b/c of the formula in it (formula doesn't keep as long as BM).  I would give the BM first (maybe half of the feeding), then give him the other half in formula after he finishes that - and if he doesn't finish the formula, at least you don't feel like you are wasting your liquid gold!  ;-)

mom2ll

Luca was picky picky (imgine that) and only wanted Enfamil... 

Lila didn't care.  We use the Target brand and saved a ton.  Our pedi says to use the cheapest thing your child will accept.

RosesRRed

Kyle has issues digesting milk based formula's so the doctor told us to give him soy formula. He really like Similac Soy. Whenever we tried to give him the Enfamil he would scream and thrash around.