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Consumers are increasingly interested in A2 milk. As with other milk proteins used in infant formulas, A2 milk protein is naturally easy to digest. Similac Organic with A2 Milk is certified USDA organic formula that is gentle and easy to digest.

Similac Organic with A2 Milk is the first and only certified organic infant formula to be made with specially sourced A2 milk.

Like other Similac products, Similac Organic with A2 Milk has DHA, lutein, and vitamin E for brain, eye, and overall growth and development. In addition, it does not contain palm olein oil, allowing for excellent fat and calcium absorption for stronger bones.

Yes, Similac Organic with A2 Milk has all the OptiGRO ingredients: DHA, lutein, and a natural form of vitamin E.

Similac Organic with A2 Milk is made with uniquely sourced A2 milk, which is produced by select cows that naturally produce only A2 milk. A2 milk beta casein protein is digested differently than the A1 beta casein protein, which is in most infant formulas.

Yes, Similac Organic and Similac Organic with A2 Milk have made improvements to their formulations. The new and improved formulations have lactose as the primary carbohydrate, like that naturally found in breast milk. 

In our improved formulation, we removed maltodextrin and sucrose and replaced them with lactose as the primary carbohydrate, like that naturally found in breast milk.

Additionally, the levels of inositol, iodine, and choline were increased to better match the levels in human milk.

Yes, now lactose is the primary carbohydrate in the products.

The primary carbohydrate is lactose. The formulation also contains a prebiotic (fructooligosaccharide).

We would not expect tolerance issues. If additional guidance is needed, please seek medical advice on how to transition from feedings. 

Similac Sensitive and Pro-Sensitive are milk-based, reduced-lactose formulas for infants with fussiness and gas due to lactose sensitivity. Additionally, Similac Pro-Sensitive has 2’-FL HMO for immune support.

Similac Organic with A2 Milk is a milk-based formulation with A2 milk as the protein source. A2 milk comes from select cows that only produce A2 milk. It is a gentle and easy-to-digest, certified USDA organic formulation. It is not a reduced lactose formula.

Similac Total Comfort and Pro-Total Comfort have partially hydrolyzed whey protein for easy digestion and are reduced lactose for infants with fussiness and gas due to lactose sensitivity. Additionally, Similac Pro-Total Comfort has 2’-FL HMO for immune support.

Similac Organic with A2 Milk is a milk-based formulation with A2 milk as the protein source. A2 milk comes from select cows that only produce A2 milk. It is a gentle and easy-to-digest, certified USDA organic formulation. It is neither a reduced-lactose formula, nor does it contain a partially hydrolyzed protein.

HMOs encourage the growth of “good” bacteria in your baby’s digestive tract, which is where 70% of the immune system is located. Similac with 2’-FL HMO supports the immune system in the gut, and 2’-FL HMO circulates throughout baby’s body. Scientific evidence shows that some human milk oligosaccharides strengthen the infant’s developing immune system.

No. Advances in science made it possible to make 2’-FL that is structurally identical to that found in human milk, using a fermentation process similarly to how some vitamins are made (eg, vitamin B₂).

In scientific literature, experts in the field of human milk oligosaccharides refer to these compounds as human milk oligosaccharides, regardless of whether they are from human milk or fermentation. Our ingredient is structurally identical to the 2’-FL human milk oligosaccharide found in breast milk.

We believe that breast milk is the best nutrition for babies. That’s why we constantly study the ingredients that make breast milk so special. 2’-FL is the most abundant human milk oligosaccharide in most human milk. Approximately 80% of women have 2’-FL in their breast milk, so adding 2’-FL brings Similac closer to breast milk than ever before. For those parents who need or choose to use formula, being as close to breast milk as possible is really important.

2’-FL HMO helps support baby’s developing immune system by closing five gaps in immune function between formula-fed and breastfed infants (as measured in blood samples in a clinical study).

Yes, most Similac products have OptiGRO, our unique blend of DHA, lutein, and vitamin E.

If your baby did well on our previous Similac products, there is no reason to believe he or she will tolerate new Similac with OptiGRO products any differently. If you have any questions, however, please talk to your child’s doctor.

It is up to each state to determine which products they will offer through their WIC program. You should check with your local WIC agency to understand which formulas are available in your area.

In simple terms, genetic engineering is the science of making changes to the genes of plants or animals. One of the first genetically engineered foods in the US was the tomato. Food experts altered the plant to help a tomato stay fresh longer after being picked.

We work closely with our suppliers to verify that the ingredients in our non-GMO products are not genetically engineered.

In the US, unless it’s organic, the milk is likely from cows fed from genetically engineered sources. We do not use organic milk in our non-GMO products. According to labeling laws in the European Union, milk from cows fed conventional feed is not considered to be genetically engineered. Think of it this way—the food the cows eat may be from genetically engineered sources, but the milk they produce is not.

Our non-GMO and regular formulas have the same ingredients; they just have different sources for the ingredients.

Many crops in the US are genetically engineered. Our US formulas not labeled non-GMO may contain ingredients from genetically engineered crops.

Our non-GMO and regular formulas have the same ingredients; they just have different sources for the ingredients. As our regular formulas provide the same nutrition as their non-GMO counterparts, it’s really just a matter of what a parent prefers.

Absolutely. We’re a science-based company, so we always start with what science says. The science is clear—GMOs are safe. The FDA has stated that ingredients from genetically engineered crops are safe to use in foods.

For women who are breastfeeding, an ideal diet includes a well-balanced variety of healthy foods, including dairy products, fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins. Most women can maintain a healthy milk supply while taking in at least 1,800-2,000 calories per day. It’s helpful to minimize the amount of empty-calorie foods and eat much more nutrient-rich foods. It’s also important to talk with your doctor about vitamins and include iron in your diet. If you notice that your baby becomes upset after some feedings, it may be because of something you ate. If this happens, talk with your doctor; however, no one food or food group should be eliminated from your diet unless your baby has a very clear reaction to a specific food.

Breastfeeding often helps a mother get back to her pre-pregnancy weight for two reasons. First, the hormones involved in breastfeeding help the uterus shrink back to the size it was before you became pregnant. Second, you naturally burn calories in order to produce breast milk. To help you lose weight, limit or eliminate foods containing high levels of solid fats and added sugars, such as cookies, crackers, donuts, and pastries. Encourage yourself to eat healthy foods, which will increase your energy while providing nutritious milk for your baby. Also, many moms find that eating frequent, small, nutritious snacks and meals and drinking plenty of fluids helps them lose weight. Breastfeeding mothers can begin exercising as soon as their doctors give them the OK.

You can continue giving your baby breast milk while you are away by expressing (pumping) breast milk to be bottle-fed. Many women pump during the day while at work and breastfeed when they are at home. In order to pump breast milk at work, you’ll need a pump, access to a clean, private area (not a bathroom), a place to store the breast milk (a breast milk cooler or refrigerator/freezer), breast milk storage bags/bottles, flexible break times, and supportive company policy. Your employer may already have an established lactation program to help you get started.

Hospital-grade electric pumps with double collecting systems provide the closest imitation of your baby’s sucking action and are a great option if you will be pumping on a regular basis. If you’re only going to be separated from your baby occasionally, you can consider purchasing a hand pump.

Let him know he plays an important role in feeding time. Studies show that with a father’s support, breastfeeding is more successful and continues for a longer period of time. To start, dad can prepare meals, help around the house, and, if you’re expressing milk, he can take a turn and bottle-feed, which will allow him to bond with baby.

That depends on how much and how often. Many babies spit up a small amount after they’ve been fed. If you are concerned, talk with your doctor about trying Similac^® For Spit-Up NON-GMO.* It’s been clinically shown to reduce the frequency of spit-up by 54%.^1,† If your baby repeatedly spits up or vomits most of a feeding, or if you notice blood in the spit-up or vomit, call your baby’s doctor immediately.

Ideally, your baby’s stool should be soft. The stools of breastfed babies are usually yellow, soft/loose, and sometimes seedy. Interestingly, it’s been shown that prebiotics help soften stools to be more like breastfed infants. For more information, visit DiaperDecoder.com.

If you are talking about switching brands of formula, you should know that not all formulas are the same and switching between them may be difficult for your baby to tolerate. Within a brand, however, a variety of infant formulas are available and switching within the brand’s formulas will provide your baby with an easier adjustment.

If your baby experiences occasional fussiness or gas, ask your doctor about Similac^® Soy Isomil^® or Similac Sensitive^®. Similac Soy Isomil is soy-based and milk-free and may help alleviate some of these common feeding problems. If you prefer a milk-based formula, Similac Sensitive can help reduce fussiness,^‡ gas,^‡ or mild spit-up. In general, babies can take anywhere from 2 days to 2 weeks to adjust to a new formula, although some babies adjust right away. It’s always best to consult with your baby’s physician before making formula changes.

Some babies will grunt and strain when they have a bowel movement. This, by itself, doesn’t mean they are constipated. If your baby’s bowel movements look like formed, hard balls, try changing to a different form of the same brand of formula (for example, from powder to liquid). Check with your doctor if your baby’s stools continue to be hard after a few days, or if she cries or is extremely distressed with bowel movements.

Yes. Once or twice during a feeding, and after a feeding (usually for the first 6 months), you can help your baby remove swallowed air by burping her. Hold your baby upright against your shoulder, face down across your lap, or upright on your lap while you support her head and chest with your hand. (You will want to place a towel on your shoulder or across your lap or hand as you burp her, in case more than air comes up.) Then gently pat or rub her back until she burps, for a minute or so. Babies don’t usually need to actually burp after a feeding, but they should have the opportunity to do so.