Aptamil Pepti 2 Milk Formula 800grams

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A. An extensively hydrolysed formula (EHF) is usually recommended for mild or moderate cases of CMA 8. This is because the proteins have been broken down to make them easier to tolerate and digest. Aptamil Pepti 2 is an extensively hydrolysed whey-based formula containing 80–85% short chain peptides and 15–20% free amino acids.

During the first few weeks, all babies, whether they are being breast or bottlefed, tend to need feeding very frequently – hourly feeds are not uncommon. This is because newborns have very tiny tummies, which are easily filled up in one go. Some mums can mistake this frequent demand for feeding as their baby being unusually hungry and may consider moving them on to Aptamil Hungry Infant Milkwhich contains 80% casein, compared to 40% in Aptamil First Infant Milk; it’s this higher casein content that helps your baby feel fuller for longer as it is slower to digest than whey.

When it comes to changing formula milk, many mums feel unsure about which milk they should be using and how to move their baby on to the next formula. Unless there is an issue, moving onto the next baby milk shouldn’t be done suddenly. Your baby will need about a week to adjust to a new formula, so introduce it gradually. You may notice some differences in their nappies – their stools may change in frequency, consistency and colour - this is because the nutritional content of the new milk and ingredients might be different to their previous milk and their digestive system may need a little while to adjust. Which baby milk? Special milks Make up each feed as required. For hygiene reasons, do not store made up feeds, discard unfinished feeds as soon as possible, and always within one hour. Høst A et al. Dietary products used in infants for treatment and prevention of food allergy. Arch Dis Child 1999;81(1):80-4. Koletzko S et al. Diagnostic approach and management of cow's milk protein allergy in infants and children: ESPGHAN GI Committee practical guidelines. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2012;55:221-9.

Aptamil Pepti 2 (From 6 months) 800g is suitable for babies over 6 months old and should be used under medical supervision. It is a food for special medical purposes for the dietary management of cow's milk protein allergy and has been specifically developed for bottle-fed babies to complement their weaning diet. Medicines that should be initiated by a specialist and prescribed by primary care prescribers only under a shared care protocol, once the patient has been stabilised. Liquid is expensive and may only be prescribed in exceptional circumstances following advice from neonatal dietitian or consultant neonatologist. A. Clinically, the products are the same. They have the same hydrolysate and all the evidence to support the clinical efficacy of Pepti 1 is applicable to Pepti 2. However, nutritionally, Pepti 2 has been specially formulated to provide the increased levels of key micronutrients, such as calcium and iron, required from 6 months. Increased levels of calcium are particularly relevant to infants who are on a dairy-free diet due to CMA, as the majority of an infant’s calcium intake usually comes from dairy. In addition, iron stores start to deplete between 4 and 6 months in infants, so a dietary source of iron is important.

Moro G et al. Dosage-related bifidogenic effects of galacto- and fructooligosaccharides in formula-fed term infants. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2002;34(3):291-5. Follow on baby milks are suitable from 6 months of age and are specially formulated to complement weaning. They provide your growing baby with all the nutrients they need in a smaller volume of milk, leaving room in their tummies for their first weaning foods. A. Aptamil Pepti Syneo does taste different to other Aptamil formulas due to the broken down proteins but this is normal. This is why is it important to allow at least 14 days for the infant to transition to the new formula. A. Due to the specialist formulation, there may be some separation of prepared feeds on standing. It should be shaken well before use.