The Best Baby Formulas in Canada

• Age 0+ 

• 400g 

Ideal for severe and multiple allergies (especially milk protein and soy), this formula has nucleotides & DHA/ARA, and is free of dairy, soy oil, artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners besides having vitamins and minerals ideal for newborns to 12-month-olds babies. According to the fabricant, Neocate should only be used under medical supervision.  

As a powder formula, the milk powder needs to be mixed with water according to the brand’s proportion indication. Specifically for severe allergies the fear of having a product out of stock is always there, the website allows consumers to buy cases with 4 cans of 440g each – it is always better to keep one or more extra formulas at home. Especially when babies are so young, up to 6 months, and consume only milk. 

• Age: 0+ 

• 237ml in each can (pack of 4) 

My youngest daughter, up to 17 months old, was milk and egg-allergic, and after the first formula I gave her had a recall, I needed to look for another equally safe option – the Alimentum.  It was a smooth change, and my daughter liked the taste.  

Easy to use, since the milk is ready to be consumed, you just need to open the can, put the right amount in the baby bottle, warm up a bit and that’s it. Another point to highlight is the nutritional label. The formula has vitamins, minerals, and many other nutrients (vitamins A, E, D), magnesium, potassium, proteins, folic acid, zinc, and many others important to healthy growth.  

It is important to highlight the price and storage space. As each packaging comes with 4 small cans (237ml), you need to buy a lot of them depending on how much milk your baby consumes every day. For the same reason the formula can be pricey, as the package costs around 8 dollars, and it can last one or a few days.  

• Age: 0+ 

• 454g 

This powder baby formula contains extensively hydrolyzed milk protein, and it can be a pain free option for soy and milk allergic babies. Healthy to stimulate babies since they are newborn, the milk contains DHA, iron, calcium, potassium, vitamins, and many other nutrients. 

Easy to store, the container comes with 454g and need to be dissolved with water to be consumed. My oldest daughter had a severe milk allergic and my youngest one, as I said before, was milk and egg allergic. Both of them consumed this baby formula and didn’t have any stomach pain after the first use. However, as each child has different allergy levels, the personal experience can vary.

• Age: 0+ 

• 385ml in each can (pack of 12) 

It’s super normal when the baby has colic up to 3 months or so, especially considering that their digestive system is getting mature while aging. However, if the pain is beyond normal is always better to check if is everything ok with the family doctor and pediatric allergist as this can be caused by milk protein (or any other allergy) or lactose sensitivity. 

This Similac Lactose Sensitive is considered for some parents the best lactose-free baby formula to stop or right away decrease their baby’s stomachache. Ready to drink, is just needed to shake well the container before serving it in a baby bottle, cup (or any other preferred way).  

Healthy, the brand highlights that the formula is made from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones. The formula also comes with vitamins K, C, D, E A, folic acid, and minerals. 

• Age 0+ 

• 593g 

This soy-based formula doesn’t have milk as an ingredient and is a vegan choice for parents or guardians that are looking for some high-quality plant-based and non-dairy alternatives.   

The brand affirms that this milk minimizes fussiness and gas sometimes caused by milk-based formulas, being easier for digestion and to decrease stomach-aches. For Muslim babies, the formula is also Halal. Regarding the ingredients, so important for parents to make the decision, some of them are calcium, potassium, folic acid, iodine, and magnesium, besides vitamins A, D, E , K. 

Another point to highlight is that the Enfamil Plant-based formula doesn’t have sugar, artificial colours, or artificial flavour, being healthier and more natural for infants.  

Once the baby is used and well digesting the formula, it’s possible to find packs with 4 cans to save. While one can of 500g is almost $40, if you buy a pack of 4 cans you pay $144 and store extras at home. Another point to highlight is the powder quantity. This Enfamil Prosobee comes with 593g. Almost 200g more than the average on the market. 

• Age: 0+ 

• 583g 

Well recommended and with almost 5 starts on Amazon.ca, the Enfamil Neuropro is tasty for the main babies, has expert-recommended DHA, known to support your baby’s growing brain – to reach their milestones, and includes easy-to-digest proteins, vitamins & minerals. 

We know that the breastmilk is the most complete food, and according to the brand this formula is inspired by its nourishing qualities, offering complete nutrition and easy-to-digest proteins during the infant’s first 12 months of life. Still, according to  Enfamil, the company is the #1 trusted formula brand for pediatricians, and a reference in the segment for brain-building and immune support.  

Sometimes is not that easy to find a formula that the baby likes the taste, and this Enfamil Neuropro, in the main parent’s opinion, has a positive acceptance.  

• Age 0+ 

• 800g 

Although milk-based, this Aptamil First is designed to be gentle on a baby’s tummy. Inspired by more than 50 years of research, the formulas have features such as  HMO 3’GL, and dual prebiotics GOS/FOS that feed the good bacteria in the gut and promote softer and regular stools that are closer to that of breastfed infants.  

Besides potassium, iron, vitamins, and other ingredients, the formula has DHA to help support brain and eye development, being another option inspired by the breastfeeding benefits especially when we talk about babies’ immunity.  

Another point to be highlighted is that the product doesn’t have palm oil, so common in baby formulas and industrialized food in general. The acceptance is also positive in general. Many parents shared their positive experiences with mixing the formula with their breast milk.  

• Age +1 

• 850g 

While babies grow, their nutritional necessities also change. This halal milk, besides being a viable option for Muslim families, is formulated to support toddlers’ healthy growth and development. Each serving contains essential vitamins and minerals like calcium and vitamin D to help build strong bones and teeth. Magnesium, zinc, iron, and potassium are also there. 

Affordable, one can come with more than 800g and cost less than $30. Considering that in this phase the child drinks less milk because it is eating solids, the formula will last for one month or so – depending on the kid’s consume. 

• Age 1 to 5 years 

• 907g 

Recommended for toddlers from 1 to 5 years, the Enfagrow has 26 nutrients and, as in this age the child already eats solid food, the formula can be served during a meal or as a snack before napping, for example – whenever the parent or guardian thinks is a good time. 

Easy to prepare, this Enfagrow A+ needs to be mixed with water before serving. Depending on the child’s taste and routine can be challenging to feed them offering their daily needs in terms of nutrients, such as the right amount of DHA (improves brain development). Thus, according to the brand, they focused on their nutritional quality, which involves minerals, proteins, and vitamins.