Any, the most a modern, highly adapted milk mixture will never replace a mother’s breast milk for a child even after six months of age. It is possible to refuse natural feeding of the baby only under the most aggravating circumstances. But if you still had to do this, then you need to choose the most safe mixture, reminiscent of the composition of mother's milk.
About the manufacturer
Nutrilon dry milk formulas (Nutrilon) have been produced by the Dutch company Nutricia since 1896. The production of baby food has become the main activity of the company from that time to the present.
Nutricia pays particular attention to product quality, taking care not only of newborn babies, but also of the health of the future generation. The structure of the company includes several research centers that are engaged in continuous improvement of the composition of milk mixtures, making them as adaptable as possible to human milk.
The domestic buyer got acquainted with Nutrilon baby food in 1994, when the company entered the Russian market. The following year, the Nutricia plant was opened in Istra, Moscow Region. Baby food of the Baby and Baby brands is produced here, but the dry mixes of the Nutrilon brand, including Nutrilon Hypoallergenic 2, are exported to Russia directly from the Netherlands.
Since 2007, Nutricia is one of the companies of the most famous world producer of dairy products, DANONE.
Who is Nutrilon Hypoallergenic 2 For
The hypoallergenic Nutrilon infant formula series has been specifically developed for babies at risk of food allergies. It is recommended by both company specialists and pediatricians. Otherwise, there is a high probability of developing a disease such as atopic dermatitis. So for whom is Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2 intended?
It is recommended for children aged 6 to 12 months who are allergic to cow's milk protein. Just like a mixture of other series, it contains a large number of prebiotics. That is why a baby who takes Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2 in food will not only be healthy, but also protected from allergic agents. What does this baby food consist of?
"Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2": composition
Already at the first glance at the jar with the mixture, parents can partially familiarize themselves with its composition. The label indicates that the product contains:
- GOS / FOS prebiotics;
- ARA / DHA fatty acids;
- vitamin complex (A, B1, B2, B5, B6, B12, C, D3, E, K1 and others).
In general, the mixture includes: whey protein concentrate (partially hydrolyzed, that is, split), lactose, several types of vegetable oil, corn starch, emulsifiers, prebiotics, minerals. But along with this, in comparison with cheap analogues, it does not contain harmful dyes, preservatives and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
The improved composition, with even more vitamins and minerals for the development of the mental abilities of the child, has a mixture of Nutrilon Hypoallergenic 2 Premium. However, a product from this series is currently produced in limited quantities.
Release form
"Nutrilon hypoallergenic" for children over six months of age is available in cans weighing 400 grams each. The label is issued in Russian. It says that it is a milk formula for children with a high risk of developing allergies, and a large number "2" is drawn.
Inside the jar "Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2" there is a measuring spoon. To properly prepare the mixture, you can read the instructions on the back of the label.
Mixture preparation
A prerequisite before preparing any mixture is the sterilization of feeding bottles. This is due to the fact that the body of a six-month-old baby is not yet strong enough to withstand the bacteria that cause diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and oral cavity. Cope with dangerous microbes will help high temperature. For this, a special sterilizer is best suited. But you can also use a microwave or a pot of boiling water.
To prepare the mixture "Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2" you need boiled water. It must first be cooled to a temperature of 38-40 degrees and pour into the bottle in the amount indicated on the package. Next, you need to add a certain number of measured spoons of the dry mixture. How many of them are needed can be found in the table on the can label. Then tighten the lid tightly and shake the mixture thoroughly until the lumps are completely dissolved.
Now you can start feeding your baby, but before that, be sure to check if the food is overheated. To do this, drip a few drops of the mixture on the wrist. The optimal temperature for feeding should be 37 degrees.
Positive feedback on the Nutrilon Hypoallergenic 2 formula
So that the baby was cheerful and cheerful, you need to choose the right mixture. This is precisely the product from the Nutrilon Hypoallergenic 2 series. The reviews of parents who used the presented mixture fully confirm this.
1) The child is full and calm, sleeps soundly and has no skin rashes.
2) High-quality mixture, one of the best in Russia.
3) Suitable for most children.
4) Helps get rid of allergies.
5) Convenient packaging, the can is tightly closed. You do not have to worry that the mixture gets wet and deteriorates.
6) Balanced composition. A complete vitamin-mineral complex and immunity protection in babies from 6 months to a year.
7) It causes excellent appetite. Children eat a mixture of a hypoallergenic series with pleasure.
8) The child does not have problems with stool.
9) The kid is gaining weight well.
10) A safe alternative to breast milk.
Most of the children approached the mixture presented. Therefore, if breastfeeding is not possible, it may well replace breast milk.
Negative reviews
Unfortunately, despite all the positive reviews, not all parents liked the mixture that they bought for the child. This is confirmed by their negative reviews.
1) "Nutrilon GA hypoallergenic 2" has a bitter taste.
2) Expensive mixture. One can is enough for 3 times, and the average price in Russia is 600 rubles.
3) It is poorly soluble in water. The nipple opening is sometimes clogged by the remaining lumps.
4) The baby often spits up after feeding this mixture.
5) There is no recommendation for what size of the bottle teats the mixture is for.
6) The hypoallergenic series is not always in stores, because it is considered the most popular and quickly sold out.
7) It is inconvenient to use a spoon that is simply buried in the mixture and it is difficult to get it out of the can.
8) Not all children “Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2” helps to cope with food allergies.
Nevertheless, the most important drawback of the presented mixture is that it can never compensate for the natural feeding. Despite all the research, no company has yet succeeded in creating a product that completely replaces the composition of mother's milk.
How to replace the mixture "Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2"
Sometimes a situation may arise when the dry milk mixture that parents constantly buy to feed their baby may not be in the store. What then replace the "Nutrilon hypoallergenic 2"? It will be difficult to find an analogue, since there is no other mixture with the same composition.
In this case, the pediatrician may recommend replacing Nutrilon Hypoallergenic, intended for children six months of age, with fermented milk Nutrilon with the number “2” on the package. But since the composition of the mixtures is different, it is possible to introduce a new product gradually, increasing the number of feedings every day. It is strongly not recommended to change a child’s nutrition at a time.
Thus, if the hypoallergenic mixture is suitable for the baby , parents should take care in advance of purchasing several cans at once so that they do not have to urgently experiment with a new product.