Best Formulas for Specific Situations  

Once you pass the early days and are at the point of switching to a powdered formula, you’ll find vastly more options to choose from. You can then weigh what is most important to you, whether that is value for money, the type of prebiotics present, addressing colic or reflux, or choosing an organic formula. Here are some of the best options to consider: 

Bobbie is a great option for supplementing, but if you are exclusively formula feeding, it may be worth choosing a brand with prebiotics added (see Chapter 19 of the book). Bobbie is one of the few organic hydrolyzed whey formulas in the U.S., which is helpful for babies with reflux or sensitivities. 

Best organic formulas: 

Best Probiotcs:

Notes: Gerber Soothe Pro is similar to Gentle Pro but contains less lactose and a different probiotic. Lactose is rarely the problem for babies with pain and reflux, so Gentle Pro may be the best first step. Bobbie does not include prebiotics, which is a more important factor for exclusively formula fed babies.  

Best Value:

Best Whey-Only Formula:

Best Hydrolyzed Formula: