“Luckily, I stocked up on a case of Meiji formula not long ago, so the little one can still have it for a while. But once this case is finished, we'll have to switch brands. The contamination from the nuclear radiation leak will more or less affect the milk source, right?” said Ms. Wu, who lives in Jinqiao, Pudong, to the reporter. Recently, she has been asking around about which formula has a mild taste, does not cause constipation, and has a healthy milk source. It is understood that many mothers who feed their babies Japanese formula are recently planning to switch formulas, but improper formula switching may cause problems such as gastrointestinal discomfort and formula refusal in babies. Pediatric experts say that when switching formulas, parents should pay attention to the principles of trying small amounts and proceeding gradually.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
“Switching formula” has become a matter weighing on their minds.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
“Other people are finding ways everywhere to collect stock from before the earthquake, but where would I get so much time and energy? I plan to let my child finish what's left and then switch to another brand, but after thinking it over and over, I still don't know which brand is better to switch to.” said Ms. Zhang Hong, who lives in Yangpu District, somewhat helplessly. Her words also represent the sentiments of many mothers.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
In the process of switching formula, mothers generally face many difficulties: during the switch, they worry that the baby's gastrointestinal tract will not adapt; and they also take great pains to decide which formula to switch to. On Sina Weibo, posts by “dads and moms” about the issue of switching formula reached 3,200 yesterday.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
The worries of “dads and moms” are not without reason. The reporter learned from pediatric hospitals across major hospitals that recently there has been an increase in cases of children experiencing physical discomfort because they temporarily cannot adapt to new formula, and many parents are lining up waiting for consultations. Peng Yongmei, chief physician and professor at the Children's Hospital of Fudan University, said that because the digestive system of infants and young children is not yet fully developed, a sudden change in taste may cause an inability to adapt.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Reliable milk source, close to breast milk composition.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Everyone knows that the milk source is very important, because it has a great impact on the safety of formula. It is reported that the currently recognized safest dairy farming standard is organic farming. Unlike traditional farming methods, organic farming pays more attention to the optimal selection of dairy cow species; when cows are sick, only probiotics are used for treatment, and antibiotics are strictly prohibited; hormones are strictly prohibited for increasing milk production, etc. Through modern information management technology, each cow is finely monitored, which can ensure the health and purity of the formula from the source. In fact, organic formula has become a new choice for mothers in this round of formula switching.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Peng Yongmei said that one of the reasons Japanese formula is widely welcomed by Shanghai mothers is that its formula is close to the composition of Asian breast milk. In particular, Asian infants are prone to internal heat, and formula close to Asian breast milk can not only meet infants' nutritional needs, but also effectively reduce problems such as internal heat and indigestion caused by the baby's gastrointestinal discomfort.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
A new childcare term - organic formula.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
As people attach more importance to food safety, organic formula has become a new trend in formula consumption. Professor Peng Yongmei said that organic infant formula belongs to the category of organic food. As the top of the food safety pyramid, the biggest difference between organic food and green food and pollution-free food is that it completely does not use synthetic substances such as pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and hormones.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
The safety of organic infant formula comes from fine monitoring and management of all production links. First, it starts from the pasture. Generally, the selection of grass species for pasture grass is relatively broad, and it is difficult to completely eliminate pests and diseases. However, during the breeding process of pasture grass on organic pastures, irradiation, pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and other pollution are strictly prohibited to ensure natural purity.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
The milk source, production, and processing process of organic formula are very strict. Pastures are not allowed to use pesticides or chemical fertilizers, and the milk source is prohibited from using growth hormones, antibiotics, feed additives, etc. At the same time, additives such as flavors and fragrances are prohibited.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Because organic formula is healthier and safer, it has long been sought after by mothers abroad, and many mothers in China have also begun to buy organic formula online. Taobao data shows that since the concept of organic formula entered China, in the past year, the monthly sales volume of several major organic formulas has gradually climbed to as many as 2 million. Some foreign organic formulas, such as Swiss original imports and Zhilingtong Tianyuan organic formula certified by the EU as organic, have also entered the Chinese market.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Switching formula should be a gradual transition.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Professor Peng Yongmei said: “For children under 6 months old, the early taste buds are not yet fully developed. As long as the method is appropriate, switching formula will not be a big problem. Even if an occasional child is not used to it at first, it will be fine after adapting slowly a few times.”Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/
Professor Peng also reminded dads and moms that because the baby's gastrointestinal function is relatively weak and the baby will be dependent on the original formula, switching formula brands generally requires a gradual transition, that is, first mix the two formulas together. At the beginning, there can be more of the original brand and less of the new brand, and then gradually increase the amount of the new brand until it completely replaces the old brand. In addition, the stool condition can reflect the baby's degree of acceptance of the new formula. Observe whether the stool characteristics and frequency have changed. If there is not much change, it indicates that digestion is good; otherwise, the formula should be appropriately diluted, and after the baby has adapted well, gradually add the new formula until the original concentration is reached. If the baby cannot adapt to the new formula, do not force it.Artikel berasal dariFOFCC-http://fofcc.org.cn/ms/11305/