How to Know When Baby Powder Formula Goes Bad

If you are having a baby, one concern of yours may be the method used to feed your infant. There are many options of feeding to consider, one being powdered formula. This is one of the least expensive options that will provide your baby with all of the nutrition that it needs to develop and grow. This type of formula needs to be prepared by adding milk or water to a specific amount of the powdered formula. Each brand will have a different recipe for preparing the formula. Before preparation, read the manufacturer's instructions and expiration dates to ensure the formula has not expired and is prepared correctly.

Instructions

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      Examine the can of formula. Look for any dents, signs of rust, leaks or bulges. If you see any. throw the can out.

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      Look for an expiration date. Each brand of powder baby formula will have it listed on a different place on the can. The most common places for the date are on top of the lid or on the bottom of the can.

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      Discard the can if the its is past the expiration date. If the can is opened, it is good for about a month. The nutritive value degrades as it gets older.

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