https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:31:01 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/basic-formula-questions#post-331553 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:11:21 +0000 Weagle 331553@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't know about formulas, but your LO not taking breastmilk from a bottle could be due to excess lipase. I don't know much about it, but I know some ladies on here have experience with it. Or trying a different bottle, but I'm assuming you've already done that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/basic-formula-questions#post-331261 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 08:33:57 +0000 MamaBehr 331261@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you go the route of powder formula, I'm going to give you advice that I found out the hard way. If you have too much powder in the powder to water mix, it can cause constipation. And, if you switch formulas, the same thing can happen (we found that one out on Christmas morning, when NOTHING was open, so we couldn't get her prune anything...:( she was an unhappy camper that morning). </p> <p>We use Enfamil (the yellow kind) because the doc gave us samples. I know families who just used the Target brand, or other generics, and loved it (it saves money). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/basic-formula-questions#post-331192 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 08:03:28 +0000 yoursilverlining 331192@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>There are formulas made specifically for dairy intolerance (which are more expensive than regular formulas). If your LO is just sensitive to dairy, Emfamil Gentlease has less milk proteins and breaks down easier, so that might work. We use it and like it. Powder is cheaper than the premade liquid, and probably a better choice if you are only going to use it every so often; as once you open the liquid it has a much shorter shelf life than a container of powder. They do make 8oz. bottles of the premade liquid, which are very convenient for on-the-go formula feeding; and are a good size for less waste. The liquid is a little thicker consistency than the powder mixed with water; it’s not a lot different, but we noticed that LO doesn’t love the premade kind as much as the powder/water combo. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/basic-formula-questions#post-331163 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:48:11 +0000 Andrea 331163@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you're using formula in the long term, powder is going to much cheaper. As for the best brand, I would ask your pediatrician for a recommendation since he/she knows your LO's medical history. There are types of formula that are easier to digest if your LO has issues with milk. You may have to try a few before you find the right one for your LO. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/basic-formula-questions#post-331114 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:06:42 +0000 heffalump 331114@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would ask your doctor what brand formula to try. I also planned on breastfeeding and that didn't work out for us, so was rushed into the world of formula. My doctor gave us a type of formula, which also didn't work because my LO had reflux and constipation so it was hard to find the right fit, but he was able to help us find one that did work for her. </p> <p>I'm not sure of the signs of dairy intolerance, I'm sure someone else could help you there. But I do know that DH is lactose intolerant and my LO is fine with milk so I wouldn't worry about it too much. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/basic-formula-questions#post-330961 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 22:05:24 +0000 BelugaBean 330961@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I know nothing about formula as I had planned to breastfeed and pump. However, my LO won't take breast milk from a bottle but seems to be fine taking formula so when we need to use a bottle (like when I have my doctor's appointments), that's probably the route we're going to go. I do have some questions though.</p> <p>What are pros and cons of powdered formula and concentrated liquid formula? What do I need to look for if my LO seems to slightly intolerant to dairy? I can have some dairy in my diet but I tried to drink a milkshake once and she got very sick (this was how we found out she didn't like dairy). I don't even know what brands are good (I know all babies are different). Anything else I need to know? </p>