Choosing the right baby formula with nutrition science
Overwhelmed by endless baby formula choices? In this episode, Dr. Amy breaks down the science behind formulas, giving practical tips to help you think through the choices on the shelf. She explains topics such as lactose intolerance, cow's milk protein intolerance, the importance of DHA and AA, and how each concept applies to the nutrition a baby needs.
Even exclusively breastfed babies can need some supplementation with formula at various points during the first year. Dr. Amy discusses the science behind today's formulas, which seeks to make the products as nutritionally close to breastmilk as possible.
This episode is not sponsored by or affiliated with any products or brands. Rather than recommending brands, Dr. Amy believes in giving you the practical tools to analyze a product, so you truly understand how to choose the best option for your family.
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Dr. Amy is a board certified pediatrician, and the founder of Kinder Digital Pediatric Clinic. To learn more about getting personalized care for your child from your own pediatrician like Dr. Amy, visit Kinder's website for a free consultation, and find Kinder on Instagram @kinder.pediatrics.
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