Making an Increased Calorie Formula

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

 

Similac Pro-Total Comfort Formula: 22 Calories/ounce

 

Recipe:

 

3.5 ounces (105 mL) of water + 2 scoops of formula powder

 

How to make the formula:

 

  • Make sure your countertop and utensils are clean.

  • Wash your hands well with soap and warm water.  

  • Check the expiration date of formula before using. Throw out outdated formula.

  • Carefully measure out 3.5 ounces of clean water into your baby’s bottle or another clean container.

 

It is not necessary to use sterile water unless:

  • tap water is unsafe.

  • tap water is drawn from a well.

  • you are told to do so by the doctor.

 

  • Use the scoop provided with Similac Pro-Total Comfort formula to measure 2 scoops of Similac Pro-Total Comfort into the water.  

  • Shake formula or use a hand mixer until blended.

  • Once mixed, formula may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

 

What to do before you feed your baby:

 

  • Warm the formula by setting the bottle in warm water. Do not warm formula in the microwave.

  • Test the temperature of the formula before feeding.

  • After feeding the baby throw away any formula that is left in the bottle.

 

Do not change your formula recipe unless your doctor or dietitian tells you to. Tell your doctor if you see that your baby poops often or has watery poop.

 

© 2024, University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora

May 2024 (Revised 11/24)

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