
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been significant shortages of infant formulas in some stores, largely caused by supply chain issues, as well as a recent recall of several contaminated baby formula products.
While this unfortunate crisis continues to impact thousands of caregivers needing to feed their babies, Mayo Clinic continues to offer advice on safe alternatives in the short term to patients.
For most infants, it is OK to switch to any available formula, including store brands, unless the infant is on a specific extensively hydrolyzed or amino acid-based formula, such as Elecare — no generic brands currently exist for this formula. If the infant needs specialized formula, the caregiver should contact the infant's provider.
If caregivers cannot find infant formula near them, temporary alternatives include:
Caregivers and infants who are being discharged from Mayo Clinic following birth will be provided with resources and options for alternative infant formula.
There are several federal government actions currently taking place to help with the baby formula shortage in the U.S. including:
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