When Lili was a baby, she was breast fed for 3 months only. I had to work in Cebu and she had to be left with my parents here in Cagayan de Oro because at that time, I found it really difficult adjusting with the call center job, the graveyard shift and a baby in between. Before I left, it was a blessing that the nursery at the Madonna and Child Hospital had her for 36 hours prior to birth. And with that, they have fed her with the infant formula that Lili’s pediatrician recommended. At that time also, I had no milk yet. But soon enough, when I was able to see her, the milk followed. It was like having her in my arms signaled the milk to flow from my breasts so I can feed her. The store brand formula did wonders to Lili and I really appreciated the fact that she was able to feed on me and with a bottle alternately. So when it was time for me to leave, she was bottle fed by her caregiver.
It has always been said that breast milk is best for babies. That is definitely true. The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes breast milk as the gold standard in infant nutrition. Some companies may say that their formula brands offer the same benefits as breast milk, but the truth is, none do. Infant formula is a safe alternative to breast milk. It has helped mothers like me cope with the stress and financial challenges, especially when we have to face said financial battles alone. With the infant formula that I gave Lili, I can say that it’s worth the price I had to pay for each can of milk. She is smart and although I can attribute that to genes, I think the milk has helped also. My friend and Lili’s godmother, who is a doctor, disagrees. She said that whatever milk used, Lili will still be getting the same nutritive value because all milk are governed by the same standards and nutritional requirements regulated by FDA..
Hmm.. Well, what do you think?
wow…naa lagi ka ani nga opp dharlz..