Lets have a look at why it is important to use hypoallergenic baby formula brands. The most precious gift in the world is the gift of life. Parenting is a part of life that leaves us feeling things that we’ve never felt before – a new kind of responsibility and sincerity that only a parent can experience. We only want what is best for our children, so we need to go out of our way to try and provide the best possible nutrition and healthcare for our infants. And it just so happens that many children, usually if born slightly prematurely suffer from allergies and other ailments brought on by a weaker immune system or other problems. Let us take a look into ways of treating some of the allergies there are out there:
Some of the main types of allergic reactions present in infants are:
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- rashes
- eczema
- skin irritations
- winds
- bloating
- colic (excessive crying)
- stomach pains
This is usually caused by an allergic reaction to proteins found in human and animal milk – one of the main symptoms are small bumps appearing on the skin as well as other undesirable results. To treat skin allergies and other symptoms caused by milk ingestion, the mother should restrict her milk intake to cut back on the proteins produced by milk consumption or, in some cases, do not feed the child milk at all. Instead, hypoallergenic baby formula brands developed by various established companies can be used as a temporary substitute and aid the child in the early stages of development and growth.
Listed below are some of the more well known brands in baby formulas, I hope this proves to be helpful in making the right decision for your child’s well being:
Similac Alimentum
This is a type of formula to substitute breast milk and is used commonly on babies with a high sensitivity to protein. The texture is highly similar to that of natural breast milk, making the transition seamless. Sensitivity to protein can be caused by a number of things, but usually relates to the proteins found in the milk that the child has consumed.
This type of product is also known to stabilize your infant’s digestive system and prevent symptoms of colic.
Nutramigen
This is a product originating from the United Kingdom, first developed by Mr Edward Mead Johnson when his child suffered from feeding problems in the early 1900s. The product range is widely diverse to cater for various problem areas. One of the main problems that this formula treats is allergic reactions to cows’ milk proteins. If your child is unable to ingest cow’s milk, Nutramigen is a great alternative to stabilize your child’s system.
S26 Infant Formula
Produced by US-based pharmaceutical company, Wyeth, this product is one of the leading baby formula products on the market today. It was developed for infants who cannot properly drink milk (cow or human) because of allergic reactions either brought on by premature birth or hereditary problems. S26 is a world-renowned product on sale all over the world and is commonly recommended by doctors.
Isomer
A well-respected and famous brand of baby formula created from soy products. It’s recommended that this product be used on infants under the age of one year with known symptoms of milk protein allergies and other special nutritional needs (including lactose intolerance). The product comes in many categories including liquid, powder, concentrate and other easy-to-use forms.
With all of this in mind, parents can rest assured that their baby will be just fine thanks to these revolutionary products. It’s a scary world out there as a parent, constantly having to worry and lookout for your child’s well being while still getting enough rest in order to do your job efficiently. We are very fortunate to live in the day and age that we do with these technological breakthroughs at our disposal. Consult with your doctor today if you are unsure on what product to choose for your child.