i give all my patients a handout about bottle and formula feeding. just
because they aren't using formula or bottles today doesn't mean things won't
change, some have already been using them before i see them, and i think that
they really need to know. the first item on the list is:

1)  Record the lot numbers of all formula you use (found on the can or label)
for reference when formula is recalled. This information is particularly
crucial if your child becomes ill. Any illness in a formula-fed child should
be evaluated including a consideration of a formula-caused problem.

the parents who truly understand the risks of formula feeding will do
everything in their power to avoid it, and those who accept it probably don't
"get it" about this warning, but at least they can't say i didn't tell 'em.

also, since "most" people accept a high level of illness in infants, much of
which is caused by artificial foods, OF COURSE no one is going to blame the
formula.

carol brussel IBCLC

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