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HV advises No Difference in stage 1 and stage 2 formula.

First stage infant formula and second stage infant formula are nutritionally the same. The difference between them is the type of protein that is used. First stage infant milk's are predominately whey protein and second stage infant milks marketed for hungrier babies, contain more casein protein.

1 Switching between formula brands is not a problem, even though many parents wonder if doing so may cause fussiness or stool changes in their baby. In fact, you can even mix different brands of the same type of formula together if you feel that your baby responds better to a mixture of one brand with another.

If you know your baby eats every 3-4 hours, for instance, you can make 6 to 8 bottles to last you all day. If you prepare formula ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator. You can use pre-made formula for up to 24 hours.

Once opened, most cans of powdered baby formula should be used within one month. However, it's always best to read the product label for specifics. Parents should also adhere to each can's expiration date.

Formula made up in advance should be used within: 24 hours, if it's stored in a fridge. four hours, if it's in a cool bag with an ice pack. two hours, if it's kept at room temperature.

Use Quickly or Store Safely Throw out any infant formula that is left in the bottle after feeding your baby. The combination of infant formula and your baby's saliva can cause bacteria to grow.Most infant formulas need to be used within 1 month of opening the container (check the label).