Your baby is the most important person in the world. You want to make sure they get the nutrition needed for healthy development, but choosing the right formula can be overwhelming. Whether you’re considering formula feeding for the first time or you’re looking for an alternative to the formula you’ve been using, Enfamil can help you make an informed decision.
Enfamil is here for you and your little one from infancy to toddlerhood. We have a wide range of formulas to ensure your baby gets the complete nutrition they deserve. Here are our best baby formulas for a variety of specific needs and which are similar to other select formula brands.
Breast milk is packed with essential nutrients that play a key role in your little one’s development. Luckily, non-breastfed babies and those who need supplementation can get many of the same nutrients. Optimum is our closest formula to breast milk and is designed to provide complete nutrition from birth through 12 months. It contains ingredients found in breast milk, such as immune-supporting lactoferrin, vitamins D, C, and E, and brain-nourishing DHA. BestReviews recently rated Optimum as "best of the best" infant formulas because it contains prebiotics for digestive health and DHA for brain development.
Enfamil Optimum is a comparable alternative to Similac® 360 Total Care.
Babies triple their birth weight in just their first year. To fuel such incredible growth, they need optimal nutrition. There are many options out there, but when it comes to providing complete nutrition for your little one, Enfamil NeuroPro is our best baby formula. It has a total of 30 nutrients to support your baby’s development. To promote brain growth, it has an expert-recommended amount of DHA. It also contains a dual prebiotic blend for immune support.
Enfamil NeuroPro Infant Formula is a comparable alternative to Similac® 360 Total Care and Similac® Pro-Advance.
Gassy tummies aren’t fun for baby or mom. Get your little one back to happy fast with Enfamil NeuroPro Gentlease. It has easy-to-digest proteins and is designed to ease fussiness, gas, and crying within 24 hours. It also offers complete nutrition for your baby’s first year, so there’s no need to switch back to a different formula once your baby’s issues subside.
Enfamil NeuroPro Gentlease is a comparable alternative to Similac® 360 Total Care Sensitive and Similac® Pro-Total Comfort.
Spit-up is common in healthy babies and usually not a reason to worry. But if you notice it’s happening frequently, a change in formula can make a difference. Enfamil A.R. is the #1 selling brand of formula for spit-up. It’s clinically proven to reduce spit-up by over 50%* while still providing all the nutrition your little one needs to reach key milestones. It also includes a prebiotic blend to support digestive health.
Enfamil A.R. Infant Formula is a comparable alternative to Similac® 3 For Spit Up.
*Based on a clinical study of Enfamil A.R. infant formula before the addition of DHA, ARA, and prebiotics with infants who spit up frequently (5 or more spit-ups per day), comparing frequency and volume of spit-up after feeding Enfamil A.R. to the same babies at the beginning of the study.
If your baby needs something that’s gentle on their growing tummy, then a sensitive formula may be the way to go. Enfamil Sensitive has easy-to-digest proteins and is specially designed for lactose sensitivity.* It contains essential vitamins for immune health and has brain-building DHA.
Enfamil Sensitive Infant Formula is a comparable alternative to Similac® 360 Total Care Sensitive and Similac® Sensitive.
*Not suitable for galactosemia
Is your baby struggling to push out their poops from time to time? They may need a little help from their formula. Enfamil Reguline is our best baby formula for occasional constipation in your baby. It’s formulated with a prebiotic blend that helps support digestive health and promotes soft, comfortable stools. It also contains brain-nourishing DHA and choline for complete, everyday nutrition.
All babies cry and fuss sometimes, but if your little one’s crying is persistent, it could be due to a cow’s milk llergy. If formulas for gassy, fussy, or stooling issues haven’t helped your baby, you may want to speak with your doctor about trying one with thoroughly hydrolyzed proteins, such as Nutramigen. It’s proven to provide fast relief from colic due to cow’s milk allergy and reduces crying in 90% of infants within 48 hours. If your baby has severe cow’s milk protein or multiple food protein allergies, your doctor may recommend PurAmino.
Nutramigen with Enflora LGG Powder Infant Formula is a comparable alternative to Similac® Alimentum.
PurAmino Hypoallergenic Infant Formula is a comparable alternative to EleCare.
If your baby has a sensitivity to milk-based formulas and you are looking for something that is soy-based, Enfamil ProSobee may be the answer. It’s a soy-based formula designed to ease fussiness and gas caused by cow’s milk. It’s gentle on your little one’s tummy and provides all the nutrition they need for healthy growth in the first year.
Enfamil ProSobee is a comparable alternative to Similac® Soy Isomil.
As your baby makes the leap into toddlerhood, their feeding needs change. They may require nutritional support as they move on from breast milk or infant formula. Enfagrow NeuroPro Toddler Nutritional Drink is specially designed to help little ones 1+ years old get the nourishment they may still need. It has 24 total nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D, and zinc. It also has brain-building DHA, as well as a prebiotic blend designed to support digestive health.
If your infant is premature, building a strong nutritional foundation is super important. Enfamil Premature is our best formula for newborns with a low birth weight. It has high levels of the nutrients that help promote catch-up growth and support a developing immune system. Packed with protein, vitamin D, and other essential nutrients, it’s specifically designed to nourish rapidly growing babies. This infant formula also has a blend of DHA and ARA, two nutrients found in breast milk that support brain and eye development.
Enfamil Premature Infant Formula 24 Calorie is a comparable alternative to Similac® Special Care - 24 Cal.
Enfamil Premature Infant Formula 20 Calorie is a comparable alternative to Similac® Special Care - 20 Cal.
Enfamil has a wide array of products to make it as easy as possible for you to find the healthiest baby formula based on your little one’s specific nutritional needs. For even more guidance on choosing the best formula for your baby, check out our formula finder tool and our Similac vs. Enfamil comparison chart. Please check with your pediatrician before changing formulas.
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