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Why Mothers Use Baby Formula Rather Than Nurse Their Infants

brwilson — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 21:30:22 +0000

It would be rare for a doctor to advise a mother not to breastfeed her infant if she is able to, but unfortunately there are some parents who have no choice but to give their little ones baby formula. Each parent has a different reason but one thing is certain; Parents are concerned about the nutritional content of the baby formula and often wonder if is enough to nourish their baby and help them to grow healthy.

One of the main reasons why parents opt for iron infant formula or any type of baby formula is because of the health of the mother. Some women have diseases and health issues that can be passed on to the nursing infant especially tuberculosis and HIV. Moreover, if the mother is ill, taking medicines, and using any kind of illegal substance, it is also not advisable to breastfeed the baby.

Nursing an infant demands quite a bit of time and also some privacy which is why most working mothers prefer to give their babies formula. Since they spend the day at work, often 8 hours or more, breast feeding is just not feasible. In today's difficult economy, many families require both parents to work and using baby formula is just part of living a busy life. While some mothers do choose to pump their own breast milk, but others with the means to purchase baby formula, go in that direction.

One factor that is commonly overlooked is stress. If the mother is experiencing financial pressures or other forms of stress, this can have an effect on the nutrients in her breast milk and using baby formula might be a good option. Thankfully, there are free formula coupons that can be used by parents when purchasing expensive infant formulas such as Iron Infant Formula. These formula coupons will help parents to save money, as much as 25% when buying baby formula in various stores. Today this is certainly a big help to parents who are struggling financially but want to give their babies proper nourishment.

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Importance of DHA on Baby’s Development

brwilson — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:29:24 +0000

Babies never fail to amaze us. Their every day development, from sleeping most of the time, to rolling, to smiling and walking - we are awed by how they learn to do these things. These babies develop into toddlers and eventually grow to be the next generation's leaders and citizens.

If you notice, more and more advertisements on milk formula focus on achievers, noting that these people have grown to be who they are now because their mothers have nurtured them inside and out.

It is important for mothers to know that nurturing does not only start when the baby is born, but even before pregnancy, the mother should be watching her health and make sure that her body and environment is healthy before conceiving.

Once the baby is conceived, the expectant mother is given supplements to make sure that both baby and mother are getting the right nutrients at the right amount. One supplement for expectant mothers is Expecta, a softgel capsule that contains an omega-3 essential fatty acid, called DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), that is found to be beneficial for the development of the baby's brain and eyes. DHA is also important while growing up and for adults, since it is found that this fatty acid forms part of the brain and eye tissues. Since intake of DHA from foods is limited, supplementation helps in making sure that the recommended amount is absorbed by the body for its proper function.

It was found in studies that attention, visual acuity and cognitive development in babies improved with the intake of DHA supplements of their mothers. It was also found to be beneficial for premature infants to gain weight.

Expecta contains 200mg of DHA. This is beneficial especially if these women have limited intake of fish, which is the main source of omega-3. Eggs also contain about 19 mg of DHA. According to the International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids (ISSFAL), the recommended amount of DHA that pregnant and lactating women should take is 300 mg per day. However, the average consumption is only between 45 mg to 115 mg per day.

Aside from fish, manufactured DHA can also be sourced from algae, to cater to vegetarians. With DHA derived from algae, there is no danger of mercury and heavy metal contamination, which is found in some fishes that are harvested from contaminated areas of the ocean.

Expecta is also recommended for nursing women, regardless of the age of the baby. There are women who breastfeed their children up to two years of age, and supplementation is highly advised.

Aside from taking supplements, babies can also get DHA from baby formula that are DHA fortified, if the babies are no longer breastfed. Young children that are already eating solid foods should be encouraged to eat fish, sea foods and eggs to get a balanced amount of DHA, proteins and minerals.

Aside from nurturing the body, these children's exposure to the right learning environment will help them develop into creative and responsible adults. Nurturing should be both done inside and out.

What Formula Do You Choose?

brwilson — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:15:26 +0000

Parents, especially those who are first timers, sometimes get confused in selecting the infant formula for their babies. With the variety of brands, formulation and flavors, buying the right baby formula has become a challenge. Aside from the price, it is more important to note the nutritional contents and the ingredients of the milk product.

The first thing to watch out for in buying infant formula is the approval of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of its formulation. Minimum requirements for baby formula in the US is that it should contain the following nutrients: protein, fat, niacin, folic acid, linoleic acid, pantothenic acid, vitamins : A, C, D, E, K, B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B6, and B12, minerals: calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, manganese, copper, phosphorus, iodine, sodium chloride and potassium chloride. If the infant formula is not sourced from cow's milk, it should also contain biotin, inositol and choline. These recommendations come from the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition.

Aside from the basic nutrients listed, newer formulation have additional nutrients such as DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and ARA (arachidonic acid) which are said to be beneficial in the baby's brain development and achieves a higher resistance to common diseases.

In choosing the right infant formula, the parents or care giver should note the specific condition of the baby. If the child has lactose intolerance, or is deficient in certain nutrients, a specific brand or formulation may be more apt for that baby. There are baby formula that are fortified with certain vitamins and minerals to supplement the milk's nutritional content.

Babies with allergies can now be fed with formula that does not contain allergens. The common allergy is cow's milk protein allergy, where babies develop an allergic reaction to the protein in cow's milk. Symptoms of this allergy are skin rash, stomach pain, vomiting or diarrhea. An option is to switch to infant formula made from soya beans. Babies with this type of allergy may still drink cow's milk and eat dairy products when they grow older, as their bodies would have also developed resistance to the allergens. But a doctor's go signal is needed to make sure that the child will safely transition to cow's milk.

Updates on milk manufacturing should be watched closely, especially after the milk formula scare that hit in 2008, about milk products containing melamine that is used to make the protein content appear to be high. While these products have been recalled from the market, consumers should be vigilant in finding out what the ingredients are, especially the food products given to infants and children.

For older babies, milk formula have different flavors, most common are vanilla and chocolate. Other milk products and baby foods can also be given to infants that are starting on solid foods. Baby foods such as fruit mixes and yogurt have different varieties and nutritional contents, which should also be scrutinized for the baby's best interest.

In baby feeding, utensils, bottles and cups should be sterilized and cleaned to avoid contamination.

An Instant Way To Feed Your Baby

brwilson — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:21:07 +0000

Mothers nowadays are getting more and more involved in the “run and rush” of the modern world. That is why many are choosing not to breastfeed their babies. To compromise this responsibility means opening up more opportunities for the baby to have poor growth and development, as well as by putting more risks on their over-all health.
To combat such dilemma, many mothers nowadays, especially the young professionals, are turning towards the use of a ready to feed formula to nourish their babies. These baby milk products are widely available in supermarkets and baby stores in the United States. In fact, the annual sale of these products can reach to millions or even billions of dollars every year, which only shows that many mothers patronize these products instead of going into the natural process of breastfeeding.
So what are the advantages or benefits of using ready to feed formula as substitute to breast milk? The first is of course it can save time in the part of the mother. If you are a working mom, like those who are going to offices early in the morning, you do not have time to stay for at least thirty minutes to breastfeed your baby. With these new baby milk products, you can rush to your office and let your baby’s care giver to do the job for you of feeding your son or daughter.
The second advantage is that you can be assured that your baby will receive the perfect combination of milk nutrients. A ready to feed formula has been researched thoroughly in the laboratory and was enriched with essential nutrients, such as calcium, iron, ARA, DHA and many more, which can also be found naturally on a mother’s milk. In other words, these infant formulas were designed to mimic the nutritional components of breast milk.
The third benefit that an instant infant or baby formula can give is that it will lessen the fear of some mothers who are afraid to have drooping breast or painful nipples due to breastfeeding. With these ready to feed formula, they can nourish their babies without a thought of a negative body image, since there is no close physical contact to their breasts.
Moreover, since it is an instant product, there is no need to prepare, there is no need to look for the ingredients, and there is no need worry about the exact measurements of the ingredients. Just open it up and let the baby consume it.
But then again, it is a must that mothers should put in mind that these artificially prepared baby foods also have disadvantages that go with them. And one of these is the fact that it is an unnatural product unlike breast milk of a mother. And since it is twisted from what is naturally made, these ready to feed formulas will cause side effects on the baby, such as indigestion of milk proteins, diarrhea, vomiting, and other chronic disease conditions, such as kidney problems.