Infant Formula Shortage Dos and Don'ts
If you're having trouble finding infant formula:
Things you CAN do:
- For most infants, babies can change brands of formula without incident
- Call Pediatrician with any questions
Things you should NOT do:
- Do NOT water down formula
- Do NOT make your own formula at home. There is NO recipe that is safe and complete for infants.
- Do NOT use Toddler formula – not right mix of nutrients
- Do NOT give babies cows milk until 1 years old
Resources:
- Go to www.hhs.gov/formula for resources to find information and places to find formula