Caring for premature babies is extremely difficult, especially regarding nutrition. Their ability to absorb and digest nutrients is still very weak. Mothers must pay special attention to choosing specialized supplemental milk for their babies, helping them gain weight and strengthen their resistance so they can catch up with their peers. Similac liquid formula from Abbott is the optimal product that parents should choose for their children.
How many types of Similac liquid formula are there for premature babies?
Similac liquid formula has long been trusted by many mothers for their premature, low-birth-weight babies. Abbott’s Similac liquid formula for premature babies comes in two types:
Similac Special Care 24 Kcal: For babies from birth (newborn) weighing around 800-900 grams and is used until the baby reaches about 3.6 kg, then switch to a different formula.
Similac Neosure 22 Kcal: After being fed with Similac Special Care 24 and reaching 3.6 kg, premature babies should switch to Similac Neosure 22 Kcal until 12 months of age. This formula is supplemented with calcium and phosphorus for bone development. Therefore, premature babies using Similac 22 Kcal will significantly increase their lean body mass and develop better height and head circumference.
Is Similac liquid formula good?
According to nutritionists, if a premature baby is too small, around 800-900 grams, they should first be given Special Care 24 Kcal until they reach 3.6 kg, then the mother should switch to Similac Neosure 22 Kcal until the baby turns 12 months old.
However, parents can also use Similac directly from birth with similar effectiveness since the two formulas have almost the same function.
With the goal of helping premature and low-birth-weight babies catch up in growth, Similac formula contains increased amounts of protein, energy, vitamins, and minerals compared to other formulas for newborns.
The formula is supplemented with calcium and phosphorus for bone development. Therefore, premature babies using Similac will significantly increase their lean body mass and develop better height and head circumference.
Premature babies’ vision and brain are still underdeveloped compared to normal babies, which is a concern for nutritionists.
It is a fact that 20% of premature babies do not develop intellectually as well as normal if not well cared for. Similac liquid formula is supplemented with IQ nutrients, including DHA, AA, Taurine, Iron, etc., which help improve and develop the brain and vision. It also contains vitamin E, an important nutrient to support cell development.
In addition to supplementing with Similac liquid formula, mothers still need to combine it with breast milk because it is the healthiest source of nutrition for babies, helping them digest easily and strengthening their immune system, limiting the risk of diseases.
How to use and store Similac liquid formula for premature babies
How to use:
- Shake well before use, twist open the cap of the formula tube, attach the sterilized nipple and ring to the tube, or pour the formula into a regular feeding bottle.
- Can be combined with breast milk for optimal benefits for the baby.
- In cold weather, you can use a bottle warmer to warm the milk before feeding but at a temperature that is not too high.
- Unused formula can be kept at room temperature for 1-2 hours from the time the can is opened. If there is a lot of leftover formula, store it in the refrigerator for no more than 6 hours. After that time, it should be discarded to ensure the baby’s health.
Note: Never use a microwave to warm the formula. This can lead to serious burns.
How much does Similac liquid formula for premature babies cost, and where to buy it?
This is an imported formula, so you need to find the right place to buy it to ensure the best product quality.
Currently, the price of the formula ranges from 510,000 to 540,000 VND/ 1 box/ 850g for the Vietnamese market or 480,000 VND/box 371g for US domestic products.
DailySavingz is the largest Mother and Baby supermarket system in the Vietnamese market, offering many products, especially the genuine Similac liquid formula line for premature babies.
If you are unsure which product is suitable for your child, you can contact DailySavingz via Hotline 1800 6608 for the best advice.
