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Words about formulas
Formula Name Overview
Enfamil Newborn  Contains choline and DHA for brain
nourishment in newborns
 Contains an easy to digest protein, similar to
those found in breast milk
 Has recommended level of vitamin D to
build strong bones in babies
Enfacare 22  22 calorie formula specifically for babies
born prematurely
 Fortified with extra vitamins and minerals
to promote development
 Contains DHA/RHA to support brain and
eye development
 Suggested for use up until baby is nine
months old
Enfamil Premature  Milk-based for babies born prematurely or
with a low birth weight
 Contains higher levels of vitamin D and DHA
for premature babies needing to catch up
 Several options available, tailored to the
protein and caloric needs of each baby
Similac Alimentum  20 calorie formula
 Designed for babies who have sensitivities
to milk and soy-based formulas
 Reduces symptoms of colic in many infants
Formula in the NICU
Fortifier Overview
Enfamil HMF
(Human milk fortifier)
 For breastfed babies born prematurely or
with a low birth weight
 Added to human breast milk
 Has added iron
 Comprised of fats and essential fatty acids,
as well as additional vitamins and minerals
 Well-tolerated and easy to digest
Similac HMF
(Human milk fortifier)
 Studies have shown gains in weight, length,
and head circumference for premature
babies
 Added to human breast milk
 Has adequate protein for premature babies
 Well-tolerated and easy to digest

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NICU Formula

  • 1. Words about formulas Formula Name Overview Enfamil Newborn  Contains choline and DHA for brain nourishment in newborns  Contains an easy to digest protein, similar to those found in breast milk  Has recommended level of vitamin D to build strong bones in babies Enfacare 22  22 calorie formula specifically for babies born prematurely  Fortified with extra vitamins and minerals to promote development  Contains DHA/RHA to support brain and eye development  Suggested for use up until baby is nine months old Enfamil Premature  Milk-based for babies born prematurely or with a low birth weight  Contains higher levels of vitamin D and DHA for premature babies needing to catch up  Several options available, tailored to the protein and caloric needs of each baby Similac Alimentum  20 calorie formula  Designed for babies who have sensitivities to milk and soy-based formulas  Reduces symptoms of colic in many infants Formula in the NICU
  • 2. Fortifier Overview Enfamil HMF (Human milk fortifier)  For breastfed babies born prematurely or with a low birth weight  Added to human breast milk  Has added iron  Comprised of fats and essential fatty acids, as well as additional vitamins and minerals  Well-tolerated and easy to digest Similac HMF (Human milk fortifier)  Studies have shown gains in weight, length, and head circumference for premature babies  Added to human breast milk  Has adequate protein for premature babies  Well-tolerated and easy to digest