Every parent tries to give their baby only the best and highest quality. And, of course, in order for the baby to develop fully and correctly, you should approach the choice of nutrition very responsibly.
One of the important criteria when choosing infant formula is high quality and the absence of chemical additives. Today, the Bellakt baby food production company has established itself in the baby food market. The mixtures are well accepted by babies, and the correct composition allows them to grow strong and healthy.
Bellakt infant formula composition and features
Bellakt dry formulas contain only natural ingredients; if for some reason a mother is unable to breastfeed, then Bellakt baby food will be a good alternative.
Each type of mixture differs in its composition. However, all children's products contain the following components:
- Proteins that are responsible for the construction of cells. What is important for the growth of organs, nails, hair;
- Fats are a source of energy. What is simply necessary for little fidgets who spend a lot of energy exploring the outside world;
- Carbohydrates, which combine with proteins to form important compounds;
- Probiotics. Help the still unformed intestines work correctly and fully;
- Necessary microelements and vitamins for the development of the musculoskeletal system;
- Acids.
The baby food production company uses only high-quality and proven ingredients that will suit even the most picky baby.
Lactose-free mixture - which one is better?
Mothers sometimes worry whether a lactose-free diet can provide their child with all the necessary substances. There is no doubt that lactose-free formula, like any other, is a complete baby food. After all, this issue is under the control of the state. Activities in the production of baby food are subject to mandatory certification.
There are two types of lactose-free mixtures: based on vegetable protein, for example, soy, or hypoallergenic.
If the child is not allergic to soy, then it is better to use soy.
What does hypoallergenic mixtures mean? This means that they cannot cause allergies. All components are selected in such a way that they will definitely be absorbed by the body. Hypoallergenic mixtures or hydrolysates are a product where proteins are partially broken down and are better absorbed. But hydrolysates are prescribed in the most difficult cases. They are bitter, and babies eat them reluctantly.
Do not rush to switch your child to a hypoallergenic diet unless there are serious indications.
The Israeli Materna baby food line includes low-lactose and soy mixtures:
Materna Extra Care Comfort – with reduced lactose content;
Materna Soy 0+ and 12+ – soy food with an improved composition, adapted to the age characteristics of newborns and babies from one year old.
Call us and pediatrician Materna will help you decide what kind of nutrition your child needs during a free consultation.
All Materna baby food is made without palm oil, without sugar and without GMOs.
Bellakt range of infant formulas
Infant formulas are divided into several categories, which allows you to choose it depending on the individual characteristics of the baby’s body:
- Mixtures for the first months of life;
- A mixture for eliminating intestinal colic and promoting the development and formation of the intestines;
- Food with medicinal ingredients;
- Artificial milk for babies over one year of age.
To transfer a child to artificial nutrition, you should consult with a pediatrician who knows all the characteristics of the baby and will advise the most suitable nutrition for him.
Formulas for newborns and healthy children
This group of baby food comes in several forms:
- Bellact Optimum 1. The dry formula is recommended for babies from the first days of life to six months. Its balanced composition, consisting of fats, proteins, carbohydrates and important microelements, provides proper nutrition for the baby and promotes proper growth, muscle development and the formation of the musculoskeletal system.
- Bellact Optimum 2. This baby food is recommended for children over 6 months. The composition is almost identical to Optimum 1. The only difference is the increase in protein and nutrients. This is an ideal option for children of this age category, since at this age they begin to actively explore the world around them and spend a lot of energy.
- Bellact Optimum 3 . This is an artificial baby milk that is easily absorbed by a small body and does not cause any allergic reactions.
- Bellact Optimum plus. This mixture contains all the important nutrients and vitamins for the formation and development of visual and brain functions.
For sharp vision
Lutein plays an important role in the physiology of visual perception and is responsible for visual acuity. Due to its natural properties, it selectively absorbs the harmful part of the light spectrum, performing a protective shielding function. It is also antioxidant, neutralizing the destructive effects if some of the rays penetrate the retina.
Bellact Optimum+ mixtures are well tolerated by most children, providing the need for basic nutrients and energy, adequate physical development and health. In Moscow, mothers receive them in all dairy kitchens. Bellact Optimum+ mixtures can also be purchased in the leading online stores “Obstetrics”, “Detsky Mir”, “ONLINE TRADE”, the retail chain and the “Korablik” online store.
Bellakt Optimum 1+ is suitable for feeding children from birth to 6 months of age. Bellakt Optimum 2+ mixture is designed for children from 6 months to one year, so the content of useful components is balanced taking into account age characteristics. For children from 1 to 3 years old, Bellact Optimum 3+ is recommended. This milk drink successfully replaces cow's milk and is easier to digest by the gastrointestinal tract. Also, all infant formulas are fortified with selenium, iron, iodine and zinc - microelements that are low in cow's milk.
Mixtures for the prevention of gastrointestinal tract and hypoallergenic
Each child has completely individual body needs. Some people perfectly accept any proposed mixture, while others develop problems and need specialized nutrition. Therefore, Bellakt’s assortment produces a special preventive series of infant formulas:
- Bellakt Comfort. Recommended for children with gastrointestinal problems. The composition of the infant formula reduces gas formation and relieves the baby from unpleasant colic. And the protein content makes the product easy to digest.
- Immunis infant formula. This product is designed for children with metabolic disorders. The composition includes bifidobacteria and probiotics, which normalize the functioning of the digestive system. This food is available in three types, depending on the age category.
- Fermented milk mixture. The special composition reduces the risk of developing acute intestinal infections and improves the functioning of the body.
- Hypoallergenic mixture. Introduced for newborns and babies over 6 months. Recommended for babies prone to allergic reactions. Thanks to the protein, which is in a semi-split state, the product is easy to digest and does not cause allergies.
Therapeutic baby food Bellakt
Medical nutrition is prescribed by a visiting pediatrician if the baby has intestinal problems or increased sensitivity to animal fats.
- Bellact low lactose. Recommended for babies with lactose intolerance and after diarrhea.
- Antireflux mixture. This is a special food for little fidgets who have problems with bowel movements or excessive regurgitation. The effectiveness of the anti-reflux mixture is achieved thanks to the carob thickener.
- Bellakt with soy protein . Recommended for babies who cannot easily tolerate cow protein.
- For premature or low birth weight babies. The composition contains increased protein content. This property allows premature babies to quickly gain weight and strengthen their immunity. This mixture is used until the baby’s body weight increases. After the child is transferred to formula from 0 months.
How to choose a mixture and what should you pay attention to?
Of course, the most adapted food for a baby is mother's milk. It contains everything necessary for its full development and growth. However, in some cases, the mother does not have the opportunity to feed the child on her own and has to transfer him to artificial nutrition.
However, this should be approached very responsibly, because not every mixture may be suitable for the baby.
First of all, you should consult with your doctor, who can advise you on the most suitable diet for your little fidget.
It is very important to pay attention to the following when choosing baby food:
- The mixture should be selected according to the age of the baby. All packages contain labeling, which can be used to determine whether the food is suitable or not;
- Baby food should not contain any chemical components or additives;
- If a child has any problems with the gastrointestinal tract or a tendency to allergies, then the mixture should be selected with the attending physician;
- Before purchasing baby food, you should pay attention to the expiration dates and integrity of the packaging;
- You should purchase baby formula from pharmacies or supermarkets.
Bellakt products have proven themselves among many young families. However, popularity should not be given priority. When introducing a new product, you should monitor your baby's reaction. If any deviations from the norm are detected, the mixture should be replaced with another.
Description
The ideal food product for children in the first year of life is breast milk, which is unique in its composition and properties.
In case of its absence or insufficient quantity, highly adapted formulas are introduced into the children's diet, as close as possible in their composition and properties to breast milk. Bellakt milk formulas today have a high degree of adaptation to the composition of human milk and continue to be improved in accordance with new advances in pediatric nutrition.
Bellakt 1 infant formula for children from birth to 6 months is excellent for artificial or mixed feeding of children if there is no mother's milk or it is insufficient. If you need to use baby formula, consult your pediatrician first.
The mixture does not contain preservatives, dyes, flavors and GMOs.
Reasons why a baby should be switched to artificial nutrition
Of course, every mother wants her baby to grow up active and healthy. And the key to this is mother’s milk. In addition to useful substances, it contains antibodies and immunoglobulins that protect the baby from viruses and diseases.
However, some mothers cannot provide adequate nutrition to their baby and have to switch to artificial nutrition for a number of reasons:
- Insufficient amount of breast milk.
- Early departure to work.
- Previous surgery or infectious diseases.
- Taking medications that are absorbed into breast milk.
- The baby has been diagnosed with lactose intolerance.
All these factors indicate the transfer of the child from breastfeeding to artificial nutrition.
How to determine whether the mixture is suitable or not?
Despite the fact that Bellakt infant formulas are maximally adapted to the baby’s body, when switching to artificial nutrition, you should carefully monitor the child’s reaction.
The introduction of a new diet should be carried out in the morning, preferably with the first feeding. If the baby is active during the day and does not show any rashes, then this mixture is suitable for the baby.
However, there are situations when the mixture is not suitable and should be replaced with another:
- Intolerance to some components, which can manifest as a rash, upset stool;
- The mixture is not suitable for age. For example, infant food is no longer suitable for a 6-month-old baby;
- Excessive regurgitation and problems with stool;
- Individuality of the organism;
- Losing weight or gaining a little weight.
If the mother notices throughout the day that the child’s stool has changed or increased gas formation appears, then you should try a different type of formula.
Recommendations for use
Use the product as recommended by your physician. Strict adherence to hygiene rules, storage conditions, recommendations for dilution and handling of the product is very important when preparing infant formula. Failure to follow these instructions may cause serious harm to the child's health.
Prepare the mixture immediately before use.
Preparing a portion for one feeding
- Thoroughly wash the bottle, nipple, cap, measuring spoon and all utensils that will be used in preparing the mixture, then boil it for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Pour the required amount of warm, pre-boiled water into a sterilized bottle.
- Fill the included measuring spoon with powder, then remove excess powder (“heaps”) using the blade of a clean knife. Use only the measuring spoon included in the package! After the required amount of dry mixture has been measured, you need to close the bag tightly.
- Add water previously boiled and cooled to 35 ° C and stir until completely dissolved. Check the temperature of the formula and feed the baby.
- The mixture that remains in the bottle after feeding cannot be stored or subsequently used to feed the baby.
Warning: Never cook or heat the mixture in the microwave. This may cause serious burns.
Approximate feeding schedule (unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor):
- from birth to 2 weeks: 90 ml of warm (pre-boiled) water and 3 measuring spoons (without a slide);
- from 3 weeks to 4 weeks: 120 ml of warm (pre-boiled) water and 4 measuring spoons (without a slide);
- from 1 to 2 months: 150 ml of warm (pre-boiled) water and 5 measuring spoons (without a slide);
- from 3 to 4 months: 180 ml of warm (pre-boiled) water and 6 measuring spoons (without a slide);
- from 5 to 6 months: 210 ml of warm (pre-boiled) water and 7 measuring spoons (without a slide);
