West’s first year is coming to an end (where did the time go?!) and I’ve been meaning to do a breastfeeding/formula post for months now! Breastfeeding is so tough for me, and I SO badly wanted to breastfeed for a full year, but it just didn’t happen :(
I felt like I never got enough, and resorted to breastfeeding, then pumping directly after (which is supposed to help increase your supply) then feeding THAT to west in a bottle. He downed it all and never seemed satisfied. I made it 4 months with this exhausting process until I gave up. Maybe next time! (If there is a next time :)
Anyways, I’ve learned a lot more about formula and the crap that’s in most American brands since MJ. From my research, I learned that there ARE a few good brands here (Baby’s Only and Honest formula are decent) but they still aren’t great. Baby’s only, for example, still has a lot of unnecessary added sugar! After reading tons of blogs and articles, and talking to my friend Morghen who is super into everything natural and holistic, I decided to start ordering the Dutch version of the Hipp formula. It’s super clean, and has pre and probiotics and tons of necessary vitamins. I order from dutchexpat.com. Feel free to message me on instagram if you have any questions about it!
I also of course use glass bottles from Dr. Browns like I’ve talked about before. Glass bottles are SO much better than plastic. ESPECIALLY if you’re ever warming them up! (Chemicals from the plastic can get into the water, even if it’s BPA free). I love the wide neck glass Dr. Browns bottles linked below!
West was SO much happier once he started getting enough food, and although I’m still sad I didn’t breastfeed the whole first year, I try to remind myself that FED is best! And I feel better knowing he’s getting the best formula out there. I also LOVE my Dr Browns bottles (I’ve used Dr Browns exclusively with both my boys) and their bottle warmer! Stay tuned for a big giveaway of their best products on our instagram soon!