For many new parents, breastfeeding is not possible or desirable and thus, baby formula is a literal lifesaver. Contrary to all the formula feeding shamers, we only care about your infant getting the proper nutrition they need to grow and thrive. If you are considering organic baby formula for your baby, check out this article to find out what it is, its benefits, and the best organic baby formulas out there right now you can safely feed your child.
What is organic baby formula?
What to look for: Best organic baby formula
Choosing an organic formula can be anxiety-inducing — especially if your baby may have food intolerances. Pennsylvania pediatrician Dr. Steph Lee told Mom.com that though it can take a few tries to get right, your baby will find a formula that will work for them.
“Signs of milk protein intolerance include excessive spit-up, constipation, or if very severe, blood-stained stool. Sometimes switching to a soy-based formula can help,” said Dr. Lee. “There are hypoallergenic formulas that have proteins more extensively broken down to allow your baby to more easily digest the milk. Talk to your pediatrician if you think your baby might have milk protein intolerance to go over your options.”
While there is no such thing as the perfect baby formula, below are a few of the best on the market at the moment.
1) HiPP Dutch Stage 1
Free of GMO ingredients, added synthetic nutrients and preservatives, soy, sugars, and starch, this organic baby formula also mimics the ratio of whey to casein in breast milk. Plus, it uses vegetable oils for fat, and contains prebiotics and probiotics, and DHA/ARA.
2) HiPP PRE Germany
Similar to HiPP Dutch Stage 1 in terms of ingredients, HiPP PRE is designed for the first three months for premature babies. Also, it comes in a cardboard box instead of a can.
3) Holle Goat Kendamil
Made with goat’s milk, this organic baby formula provides the same nutrients as cow’s milk formulas and can be a good option for infants who have difficulty digesting cow’s milk protein or have intolerances.
4) Baby’s Only formula
If your baby is lactose intolerant or on a vegan diet, Baby’s One offers several options. As one of the few U.S. formula brands who offer organic, non-GMO, plant-based formulas, they use organic brown rice syrup in lieu of lactose.
5) Bobbie Organic Infant Formula
This new U.S. based infant formula company is the first U.S. based organic, European-style formula that also meets Federal Drug Administration (FDA) nutritional requirements and EU nutritional standards. Modeled after breast milk and uses milk from Organic Valley cows, it contains no palm oil, corn syrup, cane sugar, maltodextrin, and natural or artificial flavors or colors. Plus, it is gluten-free and non-GMO.
