Question 1

allergic to milk and soy based formulas?

Accepted Answer

Elemental formula: There are multiple brand of formula available that are either hydrolyzed or if the allergy is true ige mediated then there are 2 formula products available that are pure Amino Acid formulas (neocate and elecare) without any of the milk or soy protiens.

Question 2

does soy based formula help with eczema?

Accepted Answer

Not always: Soy based formula will only help relieve eczema symptoms if the symptoms were triggered by cow's milk (which is very rare).  On the other hand soy can also trigger eczema, thus it could worsen the condition.

Question 3

is it safe to give my baby soy-based formula?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The aap recommends cow's milk formula as a preferable alternative to breast milk. However, in some babies (those with certain underlying medical problems), soy is either medically necessary or better tolerated. There have been some concerns that "phytoestrogens" (plant-based estrogen-like compunds found in some plants) may contribute to early puberty in children- the jury is still out on that one.

Question 4

what should be done if toddler is allergic to cow milk and soy based formulas?

Accepted Answer

Elemental formulas: For those who become intolerant to bovine and soy protein, there are elemental formulas that contain predigested proteins that work. You can find one (alumentum, alumentum ready to feed, nutramagen, elecare).All are expensive  but after 4-6 weekss on one, the gut may heal enough to tolerate other foods. Work with your ped to find one that works for your kid.All are difficult.

Question 5

my 15 month old baby who is on soy based formula has suddenly developed eczema , the doctor advised to switch to soy because he is allergic to cows milk.soy milk appears to be the problem now, should i switch back to cows milk?

Accepted Answer

Soy allergy: Very often milk and soy allergies are co-existent. Please discuss the use of a hypoallergenic formula and food allergy CAP testing with your pediatrician. Skin care includes avoiding immersion in water, use of a baby eczema cream several times daily and a low dose steroid cream twice daily.

Question 6

please give me your opinion on soy based baby formulas, in particular nursoy.  thank you!

Accepted Answer

Soy formula: Let&#x27;s start by saying breast is always best. But if this is absolutely not an option and formula a must, soy is perfectly adequate for nutrition. Many babies have difficulty handling cow&#x27;s milk proteins or the lactose present in cow&#x27;s milk. Soy is both lactose free and cow milk protein free. All formulas are supplemented equally with regard to vitamins and minerals. Brand does NOT MATTER.

Question 7

changed baby formula (cow's milk) at 6 weeks due to constipation. but now the soy protein based formula also constipates her (shes now 3 months). she cries when passing stool. her stool is s greenish in colour and the texture is quite hard.

Accepted Answer

Infant hard stools: are not uncommon. Although it is recommended to avoid supplementary foods until 4-6 months of age, often feeding a half oz of prune juice mixed with equal parts water will provide enough fiber and stimulant to remedy the problem and should not interfere with normal advancement of foods.

Question 8

hi,

i have changed my 3 weeks old baby's formula from s26 gold to similar isomil soy protein based formula and i have noticed he hasn't pooped in 3 days is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not worrisome: Any time you change a feed the infant is likely to change their stooling pattern. It may take 3-4 days for a change to work its way through their gut. I find soy formulas often have bulkier stools but this varies with the kid.If it is soft when he does go I would give things a while to settle before any other changes.

Question 9

are soy- or milk-based formulas better for my baby?

Accepted Answer

Equally fine to use: Although in most infants in the U.S. A cow's milk formula is often used soy formulas are as safe and effective as cow's milk formulas.

Question 10

can wic cover any formula for allergies to both soy and milk-based formulas?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Wic has a special form for physicians to complete that can indicate a milk or soy allergic infant requires a hydrolyzed protein formula or an elemental formula.

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Please give me your opinion on soy based baby formulas, in particular nursoy. thank you!

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Changed baby formula (cow's milk) at 6 weeks due to constipation. but now the soy protein based formula also constipates her (shes now 3 months). she cries when passing stool. her stool is s greenish in colour and the texture is quite hard.

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Hi, i have changed my 3 weeks old baby's formula from s26 gold to similar isomil soy protein based formula and i have noticed he hasn't pooped in 3 days is this normal?

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Can wic cover any formula for allergies to both soy and milk-based formulas?

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