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Infant Formula Sampling and Discharge Gift Bags in Hospitals

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American hospitals have distributed discharge kits to mothers of newborns for more than four decades. When provided by infant formula manufacturers, these kits include infant formula samples and other items, such as bottles of water, nipples, educational materials, infant vitamins, and lotions for mothers’ use during the early postpartum period. 

IFC Statement on Cronobacter spp. and Infant Formula

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The infant formula industry’s products are manufactured with strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices using high quality ingredients. All infant formula products, including liquid and powdered formulas, are extensively tested before release to assure that they meet the nutritional needs of infants and to assure the safety of the product, including microbiological quality with respect to Cronobacter spp. (formerly Enterobacter sakazakii).

New National Survey on Infant Feeding Shows Mothers Want Information, Flexibility, and Choice

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A new national survey reveals that, while almost all mothers recognize the importance and benefits of breastfeeding both for themselves and their babies, a large majority of moms want the right to make their own infant feeding decision, based on all available information and to best suit their own family’s needs.

Bottle Prep Safety Guidelines

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Proper preparation of your baby’s formula is very important. Please remember to read and carefully follow the instructions on the infant formula label. Below are important steps to remember when feeding your baby.

Safely storing baby formula, guidelines on infant feeding

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Author of "Your Personal Guide to Breastfeeding" Barbara Dehn, RN provides guidelines on how to store baby formula prepared from powder and concentrate. When it comes to providing nutrients and other health benefits, breast milk is recommended. When moms choose to feed their babies infant formula, it's important to properly follow safe handling and storage instructions.

FAQs

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Following are frequent questions and answers on infant formula, breastfeeding, and related nutrition topics.