Baby Formula Shortage

In most cases, you can feed your baby any brand of formula that is available. Contact your OB/GYN or pediatrician for guidance on adjusting feeding practices - some may have unused formula samples.

Visit hhs.gov/formula for information on milk and formula banks, WIC offices, and guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics. 

Do not water down formula, make formula at home, or discard formula unless it is expired or is part of the recall.

(source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)

Helpful Links

• What you should do if you cannot find infant formula. (American Academy of Pediatrics - AAP)
• Why infants need baby formula instead of cow's milk. (AAP)
• The dangers of using homemade baby formula. (U.S. Federal Drug Administration - FDA)
• Changing formula brands/types. PDF (Mn Dept of Health/WIC)
• Breastfeeding resources and support; how to increase milk supply, determining if the infant is getting enough breastmilk, relactation, milk sharing. (MDH/WIC)
• Free breastfeeding help. (Le Leche League of Minnesota - Anoka County Chapter)