Switching Formulas - Houston,TX

My opinion on this is that if it's not broke...don't try to fix it. But if you are looking to save money by not having to provide formula, you could try to mix them little by little. Again though, I would stick to what is already working for you.

On a side note, I just wanted to point out that in my state, those who are on WIC are only allowed to buy Good Start formula. They have to have a dr.'s note to get anything else. I can remember thinking about using Good Start and finding that it was never in stock. When I asked the store about this, they explained about WIC and that's why they had trouble stocking it. So yes...that "mother" had a point. :) Good luck!

when i switched our sons i would mix a little at a time of both into his bottle. that seemed to work. if its the same type of formula (ex: with iron ) then i dont think there is any need to go gradually.

I gave my daughter formula as a supplement and only had to use the samples I got from the hospital and companies. My doc said that as long as the formula is the same type and the baby has no acid reflux or other issues, changing brands should not be a problem. I never mixed the formulas together unless there was less than a scoop left in the one container. It is possible they use Good Start because some babies are able to digest it better since it is broken down more than Similac or Enfamil.

As opposed to the last post....what in the h-e-double toothpicks does Good Start have to do with WIC!?!

It sounds to me that the last "mother" has no idea what Good Start is....

It really irks me on this site when women dont answer the question.

Answer: Just slowly mix the two until you achieve "the other side" so to speak. It should only have to take a few days. Of course, if your baby reacts strongly, refer to a pediatrician.

It sounds as tho the daycare is using the WIC program (ie Good Start) - could be as simple as getting a note from your pediatrician stating the child needs to be on Similac and the WIC program can accomodate (they might need to be encouraged to do so). Not sure I'd switch a child's formula if they're doing well on it. (dgd didn't do as well on Good Start as she did on Similac)

That's something you would want to discuss with his doc first I would think. I breastfed so I don't know a ton about making changes in formula I would consult the doctor with any major changes in baby's care.

Start by adding about a quarter of the Good Start powder to the Similac you are giving him. After a few days make it half and half, then 3/4, then a complete change. My son did horribly when we switched from Similac to Enfamil (even though the doctor said it wasn't a big deal). Try it, but if you notice a difference, you may just need to supply your own formula. Good luck!