For those formula feeding

taagent · February 2010

I am wanting to bf however there is a 50/50 shot that I wont be able to due to a couple of sugeries I had several years ago (removal of tumors, not breast implants -lol). I was told at that time I may nt be able to bf depending on the scar tissue.

Anyway, just in case I need to get formula and I didn't know where to get it or what kind to get. Anyone have any suggestions? In my infant care class they showed several different types and the only one I was really familiar with was the powder but it is really expensive and I wasn't sure if there were better places to get it than at walmart or target, and if the liquid was better and more cost effective.

gingerfamily · February 2010

My sister always used the Target powder. She priced it all out and that was the most cost effective.

But, it really depends on what your baby likes.

MABride26 · February 2010

I used Similac with my first and I plan on using it again with number 2. You can get it anywhere, the grocery store, walmart, target, etc.

Danikat15 · February 2010

First off, I hope that breast feeding works out for you.

I wouldn't stock up on formula until you know what kind will work for you. We plan on trying Similac Advanced Early Sheild powder mainly because they sent us a free can and a bunch of coupons (sign up on the websites!). They also sent us a free can of their soy formula as well.

I've heard Walmart, Target, and Sams Club are good places to stock up and that their generic brands are just as good as the name brands. We've noticed that the powder generally is cheaper than the liquid, with the ready to eat bottles being more expensive.

taagent · February 2010

Thanks ladies. I don't want to stock up but I would like to get enough for atleast a week so that we wont have to run out at the last minute. I will look at coupons online.

mrsjenni · February 2010

DS had acid reflux so we had to use Similac Sensitive Ready-Made (also called "liquid gold" in our house) formula. It was not cost effective at all (about $6.50 a container and made only 6 bottles... so that's 1 container/day.) It was more expensive then a pack-a-day cigarette habit, but that's what he needed to help his belly (along with liquid Zantac) so it was worth every penny to us.

We're hoping this baby can use the Similac (or a generic brand) powder, but I don't think we'll be so lucky.

I hope BFing works out for you!

sleepingbeauty825 · February 2010

Danikat15:
First off, I hope that breast feeding works out for you.

I wouldn't stock up on formula until you know what kind will work for you. We plan on trying Similac Advanced Early Sheild powder mainly because they sent us a free can and a bunch of coupons (sign up on the websites!). They also sent us a free can of their soy formula as well.

I've heard Walmart, Target, and Sams Club are good places to stock up and that their generic brands are just as good as the name brands. We've noticed that the powder generally is cheaper than the liquid, with the ready to eat bottles being more expensive.

This almost exactly. They gave us Similac at the hospital and he ate it without a problem, so that's what we're using. We may switch to a generic brand soon though, I didn't realize how much he would go through!

sleepingbeauty825 · February 2010

Danikat15:
First off, I hope that breast feeding works out for you.

I wouldn't stock up on formula until you know what kind will work for you. We plan on trying Similac Advanced Early Sheild powder mainly because they sent us a free can and a bunch of coupons (sign up on the websites!). They also sent us a free can of their soy formula as well.

I've heard Walmart, Target, and Sams Club are good places to stock up and that their generic brands are just as good as the name brands. We've noticed that the powder generally is cheaper than the liquid, with the ready to eat bottles being more expensive.

This almost exactly. They gave us Similac at the hospital and he ate it without a problem, so that's what we're using. We may switch to a generic brand soon though, I didn't realize how much he would go through!

CrystalDaun · February 2010

Our pedi said formula is like comparing coke & pepsi, some babies like similac, some enfamil, some store brand. He said just to stick w/ the same type. Example: if your baby needs sensitive, stick w/ sensitive, if your baby needs soy, stick w/ soy. DD had AWEFUL reflux and when we did supplement it was w/ alimentum which was like $30 a can because it's all she could keep down. Thank GOD the reflux only lasted about 6 weeks. Even bm came up and shot across the room. So gross. Later on after solids were introduced & her stomach wasn't so sensitive, we put her on walmarts Parents Choice formula & she did great on it. You can sign up at major formula websites & they'll send you checks every month & you can swap on the swap spot board. it'll save money if you have a name brand baby :-)

velvetflip · February 2010

Powder is the most economical way to go. It is cheaper and lasts a month once opened. Liquid has to be used within a short amount of time after it is opened (I think 24 hours, but don't quote me).

We use Enfamil Premium which is the basic Enfamil Lipil in the yellow can with a new name. The cheapest place to get it is Costo or BJs, it comes out to roughly .86 cents/ounce of powder. Next cheapest place is Target. BRU has it too, but the same size can is $2.00 more. Both BRU and Target have occasional sales where you buy 2 cans and get a $5.00 gift card back.

Do not stock up too much, as you may need to switch brands due to dietary issues, and then you'd be stuck with the unused cans, as many places to not take returns on formula. However, you may want to bring whatever brand you intend to use to the hospital so that the baby stays on a consistent diet from the beginning.

Oh, and as for bottles, go with the playtex disposables.....expensive, but so worth it as far as cleaning and gas are concerned!

Ellasmommy07 · February 2010

We used Similac Isomil Advance soy with DD and will use it again this time.

The powder is the best way to go. The big Similac containers make 26 or 28 6 oz bottles. Liquid formula is only good for i believe 24 hours in the fridge after being opened which is true for the powdered formula as well once you mix it with water.

Mrs_Springbride · February 2010

we are starting off with similac advanced

Pearlgirl · February 2010

I used the target powder for my second and it worked out really well and was much less expensive. I'm hoping to use it again but it of course depends if the baby will take it. The powder is generally cheaper than the prepared liquid in almost every variety. I used similac for my first. It was more expensive and I didn't know about the target brand then but I did get it for a really good price at Amazon.com. It came right to my door which was nice. The important thing is to find one brand and stick to it since my dr said it could upset their stomach if you change them a lot.

Flowr4246 · February 2010

I'm planning to use the powder stuff since it's easiest on the go. You can just add it to a pre-measured bottle of room temperature water so you avoid having to warm the bottles, etc.

As for type, they use Similac at my hospital, so I'll start with that and then (will hopefully be able) start switching to whatever's on sale after LO's a few weeks old.

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