Alimentum , Nutramigen , and Pregestimil are examples of protein hydrolysate formulas. These formulas are more expensive than standard formulas. Consult your physician before using these formulas. Iron is a very important mineral for growth and development. A lack of iron in the diet can cause iron deficiency anemia.
Many people think that the iron in formula can cause constipation.
This is not true. Low iron formulas should not be used unless recommended by your baby's physician. Working mothers can use a breast pump on break time and refrigerate or freeze the milk for later use as a bottle feeding. Refrigerated breast milk should be used within 24 hours after pumping. Frozen breast milk is good for several months in the freezer.