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Store Brand Formula: A Note From the Hubby + $25 Visa Gift Card Giveaway

ByEnza Ketcham

Disclaimer: I was provided with formula & a gift card from Perrigo Nutritionals.

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This will be a little different than you’re used to; I’m the “hubby” so often referred to in this blog. A story we’ve not shared is just after our first daughter was born I was given the difficult task of going up to NICU with her while Enza stayed in the room. Her temp was sky high, and they needed to give her food. They had two options. I’m dealing with the fresh emotions of being a father for the first time, not being with Enza who was surely distraught having her baby immediately taken from her. I’m being asked questions about which formula to give her…”WE NEED A DECISION SIR!”

“What’s the difference?” I asked, it seemed like a question Enza would ask. Enza is kind of like the Leslie Knope (Parks and Recs) of life. She loves being over prepared and further more loves notebooks. The response “Nothing really, they’re just different brands.” So I pointed to one.

So it came as no surprise when I read this: According to the “Pulse of Pediatricians” survey, 71 percent of pediatricians believe all infant formulas are basically the same; the brand doesn’t matter. In other words, because the FDA has so many regulations to protect your children, there really isn’t a lot of differences that are even allowed.

So, what is the difference? Often times simply the name, and PRICE! You can use a store brand, that 71% of pediatricians agree are the same, and you can save $600, why wouldn’t you?

Enza nursed both of our girls, but with both of them we had to supplement with formula for different reasons.  We believe that nursing is always the better choice for us, but understand that every situation is different and we don’t judge others.

Thank you for reading this post about Store Brand Formula!  Be sure to enter to WIN a $25 Visa Gift Card!  Enter the form below! This giveaway is open to 18+ & US.  This giveaway will end Monday night at 11:00pm CST. Entries and deadline is subject to change & be modified.  Also winner must respond within 48 hours of receiving the winning email to confirm prize.

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  3. My grandsons don’t use formula anymore, so no feeding issues currently. I would spend this gift card on a new toy for them this Christmas, probably something Thomas and Friends related.

  6. My biggest concern when my boys were using formula was finding one they could tolerate. Both had issues with formula, the oldest worse than the youngest. With my oldest, it took us six months to find a formula that would help him gain weight and tolerate. Until then, he only weighed 10 pounds and could not hold down formula like he needed. My youngest only took two months, then he was able to tolerate his formula.

  8. My worries was if they were getting all the right vitamins, proteins, iron, nutritution they needed to help them grow.

  11. $25 can go a long way if you use it well! I know it could buy several new winter clothes items for my son. Baby clothes for the win!

  15. My biggest worries with all of my kids was if they were getting enough vitamins in the things they were eating. I gave them a vitamin supplement just to be sure!

  19. No kids here (yet) – I would use the $25 to get a Christmas present for my brother!

  20. I have one almost 5 yr old daughter. I am most worried about her getting all the nutrients she needs

  22. My biggest concern has been with my younger two, they didn’t like to eat any veggie baby food, only the fruits. I was afraid they weren’t getting enough of the proper nutrition.

  23. I would use the $25 to buy groceries for my teen kids. I don’t have little ones anymore.

  24. I have a niece who doesn’t eat much of anything, hope she grows out of it. I would buy some healthy snacks for the gang!

  27. I breastfeed my son, but am not pumping yet so I never know how much he is managing to eat! Sometimes I wish I could just have weekly weight checks to reassure me.

  28. My biggest concern was whether they were getting enough to eat and if it had the nutrition they needed.

  33. I was always concerned if they were getting enough nutrients and vitamins they needed to be healthy.

  34. my sons take after their daddy and are very skinny. i am constantly concerned about trying to get them to gain weight. i dread taking them to the doctor because they always have something bad to say.

  36. My biggest concern about feeding is my child getting all the nutrients he needs.

  38. I didn’t have concerns while I was pregnant, I just thought I’d breast feed him. But I was not able to produce breast milk, I would sit there with a pump for 2 hours and get nothing, I took medication, still nothing. So, that’s something I should have been concerned about, and I will be next time.

  43. No kids here. Would use the money for a date night for my husband and I. Thank you for the opportunity and informative article.

  50. My biggest concern with my two kids is trying to keep enough milk in the house. Drinks go fast.

  54. My biggest concern is finding snacks that aren’t all sugar for my Grandkids. I’d buy good nutricious snacks from this if I won.

  57. I do have kids – 3. My oldest had reflux, so feeding wasn’t much fun. With the others I was always worried about what issues they may have with feeding.

  58. My biggest concern is that they are getting enough vitamins and minerals ……………….. also I would like to put this toward Christmas shopping.. thanks @tisonlyme143

  62. I don’t have kids, but an extra $25 would definitely help in the upcoming holiday gift buying season.

  66. I have older kids so I would spend the $25 on some games for the house. We would all like that.

  69. My biggest concern would be whether they were getting all the nutrients they needed.

  71. My biggest concern is that they are healthy and getting all the nutrients they need

  77. My biggest concern is always wondering if my son getting enough to eat, and the right balance of nutrition.

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  78. my daughter can be picky and I am concerned about her getting the right balanced nutrition. Luckily she likes the gummy vitamins and she will sometimes drink the pedia sure.

  81. She couldn’t keep the formula down so they made suggestions based on her weight gain

  82. No, I don’t have any kids and I would use the extra $25 to put gas in my car.

  85. My biggest concern over the kids are their safety and that they grow up strong!

  87. My kids are raised but I have a niece who I will be watching her son in about two months so may have some concerns at that time about feeding.

  93. My kids are teenagers/young adult now. I guess we were lucky because we never seemed to have any feeding issues. My babies were all breastfed exclusively until around 12-15 months and transitioned very well.

  94. I would spend a little more on Halloween for the kids. It’s so great when the kids are really proud of their costumes at school.

  98. My biggest concern about feeding was picking a formula that I could supplement with when I went back to work. I wanted something healthy that my son would actually eat. Proved to be a pretty tall order.

  99. I don’t have kids, yet. I would use the $25 to treat my wife to a movie. She works hard and deserves it! 🙂

  102. I have two children with Autism. Because of sensory issues, getting them to try new foods can be challenging.

  103. I don’t have kids, but I could use the extra $25 to buy some personal care items that I need.

  104. I have three sons and I was always worried about them getting the proper combination of nutrients and the right amount of formula, etc. After a while it becomes second nature and your child pretty much tells you what is right for their system.

  109. My son isn’t on formula anymore but I would use it to buy some new boots for my son for winter.

  111. My biggest concern about feeding was if they were getting all the nutrients and could breathe while eating LOL!

  114. I don’t have kids yet… but we are going to start trying soon so I am starting to save every extra penny (and gift card) for that!

  117. I breastfed my 2 year old until he self weaned a few days after his first birthday. I am currently breastfeeding my 3 month old and will continue for as long as he wants. I didn’t have any concerns about breast milk because I knew it provided exactly what they needed. I was more concerned about the technique – proper latch, etc. Now that my son eats solids, I am really worry about feeding whole foods and staying away from the processed stuff.

  118. My biggest concern about feeding, and still is- offering a variety of foods and a variety of foods being consumed.

  120. I would spend the $25 on food for my cat – she’s on a special prescription diet and her food is a lot more expensive than I had anticipated.

  124. I absolutely love reading, so I would use it to get me a few books. Thanks for having this giveaway!

  126. I have kids and worried about them not eating enough at times or spitting up and the concern they just were not getting enough of what they needed. Now they are growing up so I would use on winter gloves for them. Thanks for the chance

  130. I have kids, and although we are past the baby stage, I worry that they don’t get the right nutrients because they are all picky.

  133. with the fir st, i thought she ate too much. the second, too little. now, i completely trust myself and my kiddos to know whats just right!

  134. My biggest concern was about breastfeeding and having to supplement. In the end, we did both and I just tried to look for the best I could for him!

  136. I have kids. I wish I could figure out the eating patterns. One day they like it. An hour later, it’s too spicy.

  137. No but I have one on the way and the scarey thing about feeding her is whether I can afford to do it.

  138. I don’t have kids so I would use the extra money to buy my mom a nicer birthday present this month!

  140. awesome giveaway…I’d buy some fruits and vegetables…that’s what I try to push on my gkids…thanks!

  141. my biggest concern is making sure my kids gets the vitamins they need to grow healthy.

  147. My biggest concern about feeding my kids was to give the healthiest food that I could and hoping that they would like it.

  149. I have 3 boys, and my biggest challenge is making sure they don’t eat me out of house and home! No really, making sure they aren’t just eating treats all day long.

  155. I have two kids my first is an extremely picky eater the second loves anything. I would use it to get some new winter clothes for my son.

  156. My kids are grown, but each year I gather goodies to provide Christmas for dozens of children. The $25 would go towards presents for needy kids.

  158. I do have one son and my biggest feeding concern was if the formula I was feeding was providing the appropriate nutrients he needed on a daily basis and if I was feeding him enough!

  159. My biggest concern was whether he was getting enough nutrients or if I was feeding him too much.

  161. I don’t have any children of my own yet, but I do have three younger siblings. I’d probably use the extra money to get something for the oldest of the three as an early birthday present.

  162. My biggest concern was whether or not they were getting all the nutrients they needed! Now I just need more food because they are eating me out of house and home 😀

  165. I have a 2 month old. I just want her to eat something that is the best for her and nowadays there are so many bad things, I worry about it.

  167. I have grandkids and a concern of mine is that they get their daily nutrients and vitamins. I would take my grandkids to lunch or a movie.

  170. I don’t have kids of my own, but I did help raise my nephews and nieces. If I had an extra $25, I would put it in my “Holiday Shopping” fund to get started on saving to have some money to get a few gifts for loved ones. This has been a tough year financially, so it would be helpful! 🙂

  173. I have three, but they are all way past the formula phase, lol! But I do still worry about getting them to eat more than mac & cheese.

  174. My biggest “feeding” concern is what my teenager eats when he is home alone. He seems to think that Ice Cream is a healthy lunch.

  176. When my daughter was little my biggest concern was her spitting up or puking up everything!

  185. I was always concerned about whether they were getting enough ad whether is was as nutritious as it could be.

  198. I am currently pregnant with my first child & I would use the card towards items for her nursery 🙂

  199. I don’t have children. I missed my friend’s baby shower and would use this to buy something for her and the baby.

  202. My biggest concern is making sure they get all the nutrients that they need to be healthy!

  204. My youngest had colic.. so my biggest concern was getting him to hold anything down and getting him to stop screaming. Luckily we got through all of that and now he’s a chubby, active toddler.

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