The choice of infant formula, which any parent sooner or later thinks about purchasing, is so large that the purchase often turns into a real problem. For the health of children, a balanced composition of such nutrition is necessary, which will stimulate growth and development, without causing negative consequences, and for parents - an acceptable price. A good option that meets the above requirements is considered to be the milk formula of the “Malyutka” brand from the Dutch manufacturer Nutricia.
Composition and manufacturer
“Malyutka” mixtures are produced by the Khorolsky milk and canned baby food plant, which is located in the Poltava region. It is located in an ecologically clean area, which is strictly controlled by certification services.
All products meet not only Ukrainian, but also global quality standards.
Did you know? The Malyutka mixture production plant has been operating since 1972. This means that it has been produced for almost half a century.
The basis of the “Baby 2” mixture is natural milk, which is normalized in terms of sugar and fat levels and is enriched with vitamins, minerals, and prebiotics. The company’s specialists are constantly improving the composition, trying to bring it closer to the formula of breast milk.
“Baby 2” includes the following ingredients:
- milk (56.2%);
- milk sugar (16.5%);
- low-sugar molasses (15.5%);
- vegetable oils (9.1%): corn, sunflower;
- minerals (2.5%): iron, zinc, copper, iodine, calcium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus;
- vitamins (0.2%): A, D, E, K, C, PP, group B, biotin, choline, inositol, L-carnitine, taurine.
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What is
“Malyutka” is an adapted milk formula for newborns, close in composition to breast milk. Its formula is developed based on the latest research into the needs of a small child.
Made from European ingredients using the latest equipment, it does not contain dangerous artificial additives , GMOs, preservatives, or dyes.
Composition of Baby formula, which can be used from birth:
- demineralized whey, with a reduced content of minerals unsuitable for children;
- vegetable oils to adapt the product to the fat composition of breast milk;
- maltodextrin – a food additive to improve digestibility;
- skimmed milk;
- prebiotics – nutrients that improve digestion and stimulate the growth of bifidobacteria in the intestines;
- whey protein concentrate;
- lactose;
- minerals;
- fish fat;
- a vitamin complex appropriate for the baby’s age, suitable for harmonious development;
- choline is a nutritional compound, a component of body cells necessary for their normal development and functioning;
- soy lecithin is an important element in the formation of the central and peripheral nervous system;
- taurine is a free amino acid necessary for normal growth, development, maturation of brain tissue and the visual analyzer;
- microelements;
- nucleotides are complex biological substances that play an important role in intracellular processes;
- inositol is a substance responsible for the functioning of the nervous and reproductive systems;
- L-tryptophan is an amino acid used by the brain to produce serotonin.
“Malyutka” looks like a dry powder of a whitish or pale yellowish hue without foreign impurities or additives, with a faint pleasant odor. Dilutes without residue, foams heavily.
Age category
Like human milk, the composition of powdered infant formula should change to suit the age and needs of the child. Baby food "Baby 2" is recommended for babies from 6 to 12 months.
The specific lines of introduction of the 2nd stage depend on:
- the period at which the child was born;
- individual characteristics;
- introduction of complementary foods.
Important! If the child is sick, the introduction of the second stage must be postponed.
How to understand if the product is suitable
If the product is chosen correctly, the nutrition will not have any negative effect on the baby, that is, he will behave as before its introduction.
You can continue to feed if the baby has:
- the skin is clean and healthy looking;
- good regular bowel movements;
- excellent appetite;
- no whims;
- age-appropriate development;
- no problems sleeping;
- weight gain is within normal limits.
Of course, you should not blame the mixture if any problems were observed before its introduction. If they are present and no new ones appear, the product is considered suitable for the child.
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How to switch to Malyutka mixture
Regardless of what product you are trying to replace, breast milk or another formula, the transition to “Baby 2” has general rules:
- You cannot introduce a new diet suddenly.
- You cannot mix different mixtures.
- Feeding begins with a new product and ends with a familiar one.
- First of all, morning feedings are replaced, and only then evening feedings.
- The first time they give 10 ml of “Malyutki 2”. Then gradually increase the amount by 2 times every day until the full portion is reached.
- The previous diet is reduced as a new one is introduced.
- With the correct transition, the child should not show signs of discomfort: colic, constipation, bloating, etc. If they appear, you need to seek the help of a pediatrician.
Possible reaction of the child
When starting to feed baby food or changing its type, the body may have a negative reaction to the new product. But it is not always necessary to refuse its introduction.
After some time, the child adapts to the change in nutrition, and everything returns to normal.
Normal reaction:
- mild allergy in the form of skin rashes within 2-5 days: goes away on its own or with the help of antihistamines;
- the baby’s refusal to eat at the first feedings - most likely, he is simply unfamiliar with the new taste;
- regurgitation;
- gurgling in the stomach;
- stool changes.
Reaction in which you should abandon “Malyutka”:
- severe colic that began during feeding;
- prolonged constipation or diarrhea;
- profuse vomiting;
- complete refusal of feeding;
- irritability and poor sleep;
- allergy;
- no weight gain.
If there is an adverse reaction to feeding with an inappropriate formula, you should show the child to a doctor to prescribe treatment and select a different diet.
Cooking method
“Baby 2” is played in the following sequence:
- Wash your hands.
- The containers where baby food will be prepared must be sterilized.
- The measuring spoon should also be sterilized and dried.
- Cool the boiled water to 39-40 °C.
- Pour the required amount of water into the bottle, following the marks.
- Using a measuring spoon, add the desired amount of dry powder.
- Shake the bottle after closing it with a lid.
- Check that the temperature of the finished liquid is 37 °C and that there are no undissolved lumps.
- Start feeding immediately.
Important! The finished product cannot be reused, heated in a microwave oven, or other ingredients added to it.
Feeding chart for a baby from 6 months
The feeding table for a baby older than six months is designed for the beginning of the introduction of complementary foods and the gradual replacement of 1-2 feedings with porridge or vegetables.
Experts' recommendations for daily consumption standards are as follows:
| Child's age | Number of feedings per day | Mixture norm for 1 meal (measuring spoons) | Water norm for one meal (ml) |
| 6 months | 3-4 | 7 | 210 |
| Over 6 months | 2-3 | 7 | 210 |
If another portion is needed, then the volume of the finished mixture is calculated using the formula: 100 ml of the finished product = 90 ml of water + 3 scoops of dry mixture. A scoop means 4.87 g of dry powder.
Is it possible to store the finished mixture?
Diluted baby food is not designed for long-term storage: after adding water, “Malyutka” can be stored for no more than 2 hours at a temperature of 2 to 6 °C. This rule only applies if the child has not started drinking from a bottle.
Otherwise, the liquid cannot wait for the next feeding even in the refrigerator.
Important! The mixture should not be frozen. This will not extend its shelf life.
Regardless of the age you plan to feed your child with “Baby 2,” the rules for storing food cannot be neglected: this can significantly affect the baby’s health.
If you want to prepare food in advance, then pour the required amount of powder into a dry, sterilized bottle, and pour warm water into a thermos. This way you can postpone feeding until the liquid cools down.
Tips for choosing the right product
To avoid having to once again test the strength of a delicate baby’s stomach, you will be giving the first time
Criterias of choice:
- Recommendations from your local pediatrician. A doctor who constantly monitors the baby’s condition will suggest the best solution.
- Features of the child. It is necessary to take into account the presence of allergic reactions, date of birth (full term or not), age, weight.
- Price. Having once chosen the type of formula, it is undesirable to switch to another, especially if this is not due to the baby’s condition, but to the lack of finances to purchase food.
- Assortment presented in stores. It is advisable that the products be sold in several stores near the house, so that in an unexpected situation (they didn’t notice how it ran out, got wet or spilled) you could quickly get it.
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Are there possible negative consequences?
Each child is unique, so even the balanced Baby 2 formula may not be suitable for every baby.
Parents should be alert if any of the following signs appear:
- allergic reaction;
- digestive problems;
- changes in monthly weight gain;
- changes in the baby's behavior;
- sleep disorders.
It may take a child's body some time to get used to a new product, so minor deviations are acceptable for a couple of days.
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Thanks to the composition of “Baby 2”, children fed by her are no different from those who grew up on mother’s milk. If the mixture suits the baby, and the parents adhere to the instructions for diluting and using it, then negative consequences are excluded.
Contraindications
Malyutka milk and fermented milk mixtures contain lactose, so they cannot be used to feed children whose bodies cannot cope with the absorption of cow's milk proteins. However, according to pediatricians, intolerance is a completely normal and common occurrence. It is often associated with digestive disorders that are not caused by the composition of the mixture, and goes away after proper treatment. In this case, it is quite possible to return to the use of “Malyutka”, while eliminating the genetic nature of lactose intolerance.
Also, an allergy to the “Malyutka” mixture may occur due to the gluten content in it. The manufacturer warns that traces of gluten may be contained in mixtures of steps 3 and 4, but are not included as a complete component.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros of “Baby 2”:
- has a balanced composition, with the addition of all the vitamins and minerals necessary for the baby in the first year of life;
- improves metabolism in the body thanks to prebiotics;
- does not contain palm oil, sugar or artificial additives;
- in its production, local natural products are used, which are absorbed by the baby better than imported analogues;
- sold at an affordable price;
- its quality has been tested over the years.
Minuses:
- not suitable for children with lactose intolerance;
- may contain traces of gluten;
- there is the possibility of an individual negative reaction from the child.
Being bottle-fed, the baby especially needs the sensitivity of its parents.
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Kinds
Various suppliers offer a large assortment under the Malyutka brand. Although different types differ in a number of indicators (number, age, composition), understanding them is quite simple, even a young mother overwhelmed with a lot of worries can do it.
“Malyutka” is also used for feeding newborns - the mixture has the corresponding number “Malyutka 1”, intended for the age group from 0 to 6 months. So the products are divided by age groups of children and assigned numbers from 1 to 4.
"Baby 1"
“Baby 1” is an adapted mixture; it is used from the moment of birth until six months of age by babies who do not have any health problems and without dietary restrictions.
In terms of composition, it is a balanced baby food product containing a complex of 16 vitamins and 11 useful elements. The content of these components corresponds to the required dosage for a specific age group.
The composition includes fatty acids - omega-3, omega-6, these components contribute to the full functioning of the brain and strengthening the central nervous system of the newborn. In infants, these elements are produced by the body independently, but their quantity does not correspond to the required norm, therefore, it is necessary that their deficiency enters the body additionally, through food.
The “Malyutka 1” mixture contains prebiotics. These components are natural food elements; their effects on the body are identical to the prebiotics of mother's milk.
The elements contribute to the formation of normal microflora of the digestive system, which is especially important for a developing organism. Their task is to form and maintain systematic, normal stool in the baby.
The main elements of the mixture are: demineralized whey powder, vegetable fats (coconut, rapeseed and sunflower oils), skim milk and whey protein concentrate.
Protein is present as casein. At the same time, a larger amount is found precisely as whey protein, which is positive for the child’s still unformed enzyme system and significantly reduces the load on the child’s body.
Carbohydrates – a certain ratio of lactose, maltodextrin. These elements are responsible for the nutritional value of the mixture, ensure saturation of the child’s body, eliminating the feeling of hunger until the next meal.
Advantages:
- in composition and calorie content it corresponds as closely as possible to breast milk;
- contains a complex of vitamins and minerals in the quantities needed by a specific age group;
- contains taurine, this element is responsible for the full development of the brain and sense organs;
- a set of carbohydrates responsible for energy value; they also relieve excess tension in the digestive system and help the normal functioning of kidneys that are not yet fully formed.
Main characteristics:
- Age group: Designed for babies from 0 to 6 months.
- Weight: 300, 600, 700 and 1200 grams.
- Use: in case of insufficient amount of mother's milk, or its complete absence.
- How much does it cost: from 230 rubles
Features of application: natural feeding is a priority, this does not need to be taken into account. Immediately before introducing complementary foods, be sure to visit a specialist for consultation. When preparing artificial nutrition products for infants, it is prohibited to use water taken from a well.
"Baby 2"
This breastfeeding substitute can be used from six months of age up to a year. There is a significant difference between “Baby 2 from 1” - product No. 2 contains a larger amount of casein proteins.
The product is naturally higher in calories, the complex of vitamins and minerals is given in a dosage that corresponds to the needs of the age group.
Includes:
- demineralized whey;
- prebiotic components;
- vegetable oils;
- skimmed milk;
- milk protein whey extract;
- maltodextrin.
Contains: iron, a component present in combination with zinc, vitamin C, a complex of 16 different vitamins, 11 useful minerals, the dosage of components corresponds to the needs of the age group, for the full development of the baby.
Prebiotics contribute to the normal functioning of the mucous organs of the child’s digestive system.
Advantages:
- includes prebiotics, nucleotides - they contribute to the normal development of the child’s body;
- the special composition “Eco-balance” allows you to adapt it to the needs of the developing child’s body;
- “Eco-balance” - high quality milk, additionally vitamins and mineral compounds are added: iron, zinc, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, manganese, chlorides, iodine, selenium.
- prebiotics, nucleotides bring the product closer in properties and composition to breast milk, the components contribute to the normal functioning of the mucous membrane of the digestive system and have a stimulating effect on the immune system;
- does not contain preservatives, dyes, flavors;
- made from first-class raw materials.
Mixture characteristics:
- Age group: Designed for babies from 6 to 12 months.
- Weight: 300, 350, 600 and 700 grams.
- Use: in case of insufficient amount of mother's milk, or its complete absence.
- Price: from 250 rubles
Features of application: natural feeding is a priority, this must be taken into account. Immediately before introducing complementary foods, be sure to visit your pediatrician for consultation. When preparing artificial food products for babies, it is prohibited to use water taken from a well.
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"Baby 3"
Breast milk substitute "Baby 3" containing natural fibers and nucleotides for feeding babies after 12 months (children of this age are particularly active).
Advantages:
- promotes the normal functioning of the digestive system;
- is fully balanced according to the needs of the age group;
- contains natural fibers, a set of nutrients, a complex of vitamins and minerals, which ensures the normal development of the baby’s body;
- contains iron combined with vitamin C, which ensures the full absorption of iron by the child’s body;
- the product is manufactured according to European quality standards;
- made from natural ingredients, does not contain sugar, dyes, preservatives, or genetically modified organisms.
Characteristics:
- Age group: Intended for children over 12 months.
- Weight: 300, 350, 600 and 1200 grams.
- Use: supplementary nutrition, cow's milk substitute.
- Price: from 275 rubles
Features of application:
- Before starting complementary feeding, consult your pediatrician;
- violation of the rules of storage and preparation of the mixture is harmful to the baby’s body;
- Do not use if you have an allergic reaction to the components.
"Baby 4"
“Baby milk” or “Malyutka 4” is a balanced milk formula containing prebiotics, intended for additional feeding of babies from one and a half years of age.
An 18-month-old child is old enough, he needs almost no additional feeding. The “Baby 4” mixture was developed based on the needs of the age group and provides the body with a complex of essential vitamins, minerals, and beneficial elements.
The mixture is produced taking into account the latest research on the needs of the child’s body, from high-quality raw materials using modern equipment.
The mixture recipe contains GOS/FOS - natural prebiotics that improve the functions of the digestive system; they bring the product closer in properties and effects on the body to the prebiotics of mother's milk.
Data from modern research in the field of infant nutrition suggest that most children are in dire need of iron. This component is a stimulator of the normal mental and physical development of the child; its deficiency has negative consequences.
The product “Baby 4” contains “smart iron”, which is ensured by the optimal proportion of the component combined with zinc and vitamin C. These components contribute to the good absorption of iron by the child’s body, preventing the development of a common pathology in babies called iron deficiency.
The mixture is almost the same in terms of components as “Baby 3”, but the beneficial substances, a complex of vitamins and minerals are given in the dose required for children after 18 months. Apply based on the recommendations set out in the instructions for use.
Data from new studies of the nutrition of children from one to three years old indicate that a child should eat at least 450 milliliters of milk products per day, preferably using dry milk formulas of the 3rd or 4th group.
Advantages:
- does not contain sugar;
- European quality;
- environmentally friendly components;
- does not contain preservatives;
- does not contain dyes;
- does not contain artificial components;
- does not contain genetically modified organisms;
- contains a complex of vitamins and minerals.
200 milliliters of the “Malyutka 4” drink compared to cow’s milk gives:
- more than 2 times vitamin A;
- increased amount of vitamin D;
- up to 5 times more iron.
Characteristics:
- Age group: Intended for children over 18 months.
- Weight: 300, 350 and 600 grams.
- Use: supplementary nutrition, cow's milk substitute.
- Price: from 250 rubles
Features of application:
- Before starting complementary feeding, consult your pediatrician;
- violation of the rules of storage and preparation of the mixture is harmful to the baby’s body;
- Do not use if you have an allergic reaction to the components.
Fermented milk “Malyutka 1”
Adapted dry fermented milk product is intended for feeding infants from birth. Fermented milk “Malyutka 1” is produced using the special “Lactofidus” technology.
This technology involves the use of a special starter that helps maintain the natural microflora of the baby’s digestive system and eliminates possible gastrointestinal problems.
They use “Baby 1” as the only complementary food in the baby’s nutritious diet. This condition is ensured by the fact that it has neutral acidity, identical to the acidity of mother's milk.
Characteristics:
- Age group: newborns from birth.
- Weight: 350 and 600 grams.
- Use: as the only food product for a newborn.
- Price: from 370 rubles
Features of application:
- Before starting complementary feeding, consult your pediatrician;
- violation of the rules of storage and preparation of the mixture is harmful to the baby’s body;
- Do not use if you have an allergic reaction to the components.
Fermented milk “Malyutka 2”
The fermented milk product is intended for feeding children from 6 months. Fermented milk “Malyutka 2” is produced using a special technology “Lactofidus”, as well as “Malyutka 1”.
It has neutral acidity, identical to the acidity of mother's milk.
Characteristics:
- Age group: Designed for babies from 6 to 12 months.
- Weight: 350 and 600 grams.
- Use: as the only food product for a newborn.
- Price: from 370 rubles
Features of application:
- for young children, natural feeding is a priority;
- Before starting complementary feeding, consult your pediatrician;
- violation of the rules of storage and preparation of the mixture is harmful to the baby’s body;
- Do not use if you have an allergic reaction to the components.
