Feeding

When changing formulas, we usually suggest switching directly over to the new formula, but your doctor is in the best position to guide you. A change in a baby's diet often requires an adjustment period that may result in slight changes in his or her... Learn more

Pregnant women who have never had diabetes before, but who have high blood sugar (glucose) levels during pregnancy, are said to have gestational diabetes.

In Canada, gestational diabetes varies from 3.7% in non-Aboriginal women to 8%–...Learn more

DHA is a type of Omega-3 fat, and an important building block of your baby’s developing brain.
A baby’s brain more than doubles in size in the first year of life, and within the first 3 years of life 85% of brain growth has occurred.  A baby...Learn more

Although most toddlers can eat from the family menu, there are still a few things to watch out for. Choking hazards, for one. Cut his food into small pieces (not round ones) to guard against choking. Make sure your baby is seated and supervised at...Learn more

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 Enfamil® Tri-Vi-Sol® and Enfamil® Poly-Vi-Sol® are vitamin supplements for... Learn more

By eating the types of foods discussed in Canada’s food guide, with some adjustments, children can get the nutrients they need to grow and thrive. Parents should offer or be working towards 3 meals per day with 2-3 snacks. Young children typically...Learn more

Start by talking to your baby's doctor. If these symptoms are due to cow's milk protein allergy, he may be able to suggest a specialty formula like Nutramigen® A+® with LGG®.

Also, try these mom-tested tips:

 • Soothe your...Learn more

Generally, the iron in infant formulas is not believed to cause constipation. But any changes in your baby's formula or feedings could cause changes in number, colour and consistency of his stools. Stool patterns vary normally from child to child...Learn more

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Please contact our Consumer Resource Centre at 1 877 711-8901 as we require additional information in order to assist you.

Please contact our Consumer Resource Centre at 1 877 711-8901 as we require additional information in order to assist you.

Your baby gets DHA from the foods you eat while pregnant – as well as from your breast milk if you breast feed. But the amount of DHA your baby gets depends on how much is in your diet. To increase the amount of DHA your baby gets, try adding more...Learn more

You and your baby need a full range of nutrients, including folic acid, iron and calcium. Plus, your baby is going to take all the nutrients he needs, even if it means putting you at a deficit. Starting even before you are pregnant, experts recomm...Learn more

Very true. About 25 g more per day. Vegetarians combine complementary protein foods, such as beans and rice, to get the essential amino acids needed.

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There's no proof that solid foods help babies sleep through the night. What's more, experts do not recomme...Learn more

 Cow’s milk lacks the proper amounts of iron that your baby needs to develop. Plus, it contains higher levels of proteins and some minerals that are not appropriate for baby. At 9-12 months, your baby may be ready to start drinking whole cows milk...Learn more

The Canadian Paediatric Society, Dietitians of Canada and Health Canada recommend that all healthy term breastfed babies receive a daily vitamin D supplement of 400 IU. Since vitamin D is already added to infant formula, formula fed babies may be...Learn more

DHA is an important building block of your baby’s developing brain. DHA-enriched infant formulas are an easy way to give your baby DHA. In fact, 9 out of 10 doctors who would feed infant formula to their own children would use a DHA-enriched formu...Learn more

You need to be sure you're getting enough iron, protein, vitamins D and B12 and calcium from your diet. Consult our Nutrient Guide to find some alternati...Learn more

Babies generally get all the nutrition they need with formula. If your baby is breastfed, the Dietitians o...Learn more

No. Re-warming formula increases the possibility of bacteria growth in the formula as it cools off after heating. Follow the formula preparation instructions on the label.

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Enfamil A+® for feeding babies who frequently Spit Up is only available in powder, not liquid concentrate or liquid ready to feed. Learn more

Stool colour may vary among babies on the same formula. In addition, the colour, number, and consistency of the stools of one baby may vary from time to time. Some mothers report that their babies have yellow or brown stools while other mothers sa...Learn more

 Many women manage the breastfeeding/working schedule with a little planning. Whether you go back to work full-time or part-time, you can develop a breastfeeding routine that works for you and your baby.

Here's a schedule that many mom...Learn more

Young children have small appetites yet they need calories and nutrients for growth and development. By eating the right amount and type of food recommended in Canada's Food Guide, with some adjustments, children can get the nutrients they need to...Learn more

 Your baby may not be "latching on" correctly. "Latching on" refers to the way your baby attaches her mouth to your breast. If she has latched on properly, she'll get a good flow of milk, and you won't get sore nipples.

You can help yo...Learn more

No. The Canadian Paediatric Society, Dietitians of Canada and Health Canada recommend that you wait until your baby's is 9-12 months before giving her homogenized (3.25%) cow’s milk. Although milk is fine for older children, it doesn't meet the nu...Learn more

Her eyes may be ready for solid foods, but her system is another story. Until about 6 months, most babies can only handle breast milk or formula. By around this time, your baby's chewing and swallowing abilities may be ready for some iron-fortifie...Learn more

A baby’s brain more than doubles in size in the first year of life, and within the first 3 years of life 85% of brain growth has occurred.  A baby’s brain contains Omega-3 fat and most of that fat is DHA, an important building block of your baby’s...Learn more

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Breastfed babies tend to have more bowel movements and a greater range of stool patterns compared to formula fed babies. Breastfed babies also tend to have softer, looser stools than formula fed babies. Ask your baby's doctor if you have questions...Learn more

Whether you're a B or a double D, it's possible to make enough milk to feed your baby. Nature designed a perfect supply-and-demand system. The more your baby stimulates your breasts by sucking, the more milk you'll produce. So even if your baby is...Learn more

You can purchase Enfamil A+^® Nursette^® bottles (59 mL) at select retailers....Learn more

Your newborn's stomach is small. That's why many experts recommend feeding "on demand". At first, your newborn may breastfeed every 2-3 hours, or 8-12 times in a 24-hour period. If your newborn sleeps more than 3 hours between feedings, ask your b...Learn more

Ask yourself the following questions:
 • Is she gaining weight steadily? Your doctor can confirm this.
 • Does she wet 6 or more disposable diapers and have at least one bowel movement every 24 hours?
 • Is she nursing at least 8...Learn more

Refrigerated bottles stored at 2-4° C (35-40° F) made from powder are good for 24 hours. Ready-to-feed liquid or formula made from concentrate are good for 48 hours.

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Many women supplement their breastfeeding with formula now and then, or while they're at work. It's best to wait until your milk supply is established and your baby is comfortable with breastfeeding. A good time to start is when your baby's around...Learn more

 For best results, it is important to:

• When first mixing, do not shake the bottle with the nipple attached to the bottle, as this will cause the powder to clump inside the nipple.  Instead, put the bottle cap insert (...Learn more

There are three good ways to burp your baby. Hold him upright against your chest with his head over your shoulder, or sit him on your lap. Then pat or rub his back gently. It also works to lay him down with his tummy against your lap, supporting h...Learn more

 We do not recommend alternating formulas back and forth due to the adjustment period that some babies go through when the formula is changed. Most babies adapt to their new diet within 3-5 days. Most pediatricians do not recommend switching formu...Learn more