Return to top. You should always consult your health professional if you are contemplating feeding your baby a formula instead of breastfeeding. Some commentators have expressed concern that the biologically active nature of the phytoestrogen content of soyfoods could be a hazard for infants on a sole diet of soy formula. If your baby is not breastfed, or cannot tolerate a dairy-based formula, ask your doctor or health professional about an alternative infant formula. If your baby is over one year of age, and you have been using a soy-based infant formula, you could ask your doctor or health professional about giving your baby cows' milk to drink.
Infants often grow out of cows' milk intolerance.
Many weaning foods for infants contain small amounts of soy, which would usually be only a small part of a young child's total food intake. Soy-based products may be a useful and nutritious part of your household's mixed food intake. MOH Pamphlet for Parents Dec 98. Return to top. Some like the taste of very fresh Tofu as is.