Because powdered milks are not sterile, failure to follow preparation and storage instructions may make your baby ill.
- Wash hands and sterilise all equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Boil fresh water. Do not use artificially softened or repeatedly boiled water. Leave to cool for maximum 30 minutes. Measure required water (see feeding guide), pour into sterilised bottle.
- Using the scoop provided, lightly fill with powder and level off. Always add 1 level scoop of powder (4.3g) for each 30ml of water.
- Add the required number of scoops to the cooled boiled water.
- Place the sterilised teat and cap on the bottle and shake well until the powder is fully dissolved.
- Cool under running tap. Check temperature of feed. Feed immediately.
Feeding Guide from 6 Months*
Level scoops of powder: 6, Cooled boiled water per feed: 180ml, 6fl oz
Level scoops of powder: 7, Cooled boiled water per feed: 210ml, 7fl oz
Babies from 6 months* onward need about 500-600ml of breast milk or formula per day
HAZARDS & CAUTIONS
Breastfeeding is best for babies. Nannycare Follow on milk is only for babies over 6 months, as part of a healthy and varied weaning diet. It should not be used as a breastmilk substitute before 6 months. The decision to start weaning, including the use of this product before 6 months, should be made only on the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietitian, pharmacist, or other professional responsible for maternal and child care, based on your baby's individual needs.
- Make up each feed as required and always discard unfinished feeds within 2 hours maximum.
- The water should be freshly boiled and allowed to cool to a minimum of 70ºC, and for no longer than 30 minutes.
- Do not heat feeds in a microwave as hot spots may occur and cause scalding.
- Do not add extra scoops of powder, or anything else to your baby’s feed.
STORAGE:
- Store unopened can in a cool, dry place (do not refrigerate).
- After opening, keep airtight and continue to store in a cool, dry place.
- Use contents within 4 weeks.