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Taking a Farm to Formula Approach: Pure Bliss® by Similac® Irish Farms*

Taking a Farm to Formula Approach: Pure Bliss by Similac Irish Farms Infant Formula

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What’s special about infant formula made from Irish milk? Here’s what you need to know.

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OCT. 18, 2024   2 MINUTE READ
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Key Takeaways

• Ireland is known for its milk and dairy products.

• There are various reasons why Ireland is an ideal place for dairy farming, such as Ireland’s temperate climate, grassy pastures and welfare-friendly farms.

• Made in Ireland, Pure Bliss® by Similac® Irish Farms* infant formula starts with fresh milk sourced from cows in Ireland and offers complete nutrition for your baby’s first 12 months.

Throughout the world, Ireland is known for its milk and dairy products. Over 11 billion liters of milk are supplied by over 20,000 family farms across Ireland per year and 94% of Irish dairy products are exported. The dairy products produced in Ireland reflect multiple factors including the country’s temperate climate and pastures, which allow for dairy herds to feed outside much of the year.

It’s likely you’ve come across Irish dairy products in your local grocery store, such as milk, cheeses and butter — but did you know infant formula can start with fresh Irish milk, too? Read on to learn more about infant formula made from Irish milk.

Why Milk from Ireland?

“Milk coming out of Ireland is so special because we produce milk to the highest quality standards. We place major emphasis on animal welfare, and we use grass to its maximum,” said Irish dairy farmer Gerard Sherlock who supplies milk to Abbott’s facility in Ireland.

Farmers in Ireland have been producing milk and dairy products for generations. Here’s why Ireland is an ideal place for dairy farming:

  • Climate and Environment: Ireland’s mild climate and abundant rainfall create ideal conditions for growing grass almost year-round, which in turn feeds dairy herds.
  • Grass-Based Diet: With access to pastures, herds often spend much of the year outside grazing on grass while the weather permits.
  • Welfare-Friendly Farms: Irish dairy farmers deeply care for the welfare of their animals and abide by rigorous animal welfare provisions.

Irish Milk and Infant Formula

As a parent, you want to give your baby the best start in life and feed them foods with nourishing ingredients to grow and develop. Pure Bliss® by Similac® Irish Farms* infant formula is thoughtfully crafted, starting with fresh milk sourced from Irish farms where cows feed in grassy pastures much of the year. The pasteurized milk is then taken to Abbott’s Ireland facility and made into infant formula — taking a farm to formula approach.

Modeled after breastmilk, Pure Bliss® by Similac® Irish Farms* infant formula offers complete nutrition that is easy for babies to digest. It is made with high-quality ingredients and has DHA to support baby’s brain and eye development. Also, it doesn’t contain artificial growth hormones, palm olein oil or corn syrup, and is non-GMO.§

The Irish milk used comes from farmers who take care and pride in their dairy. They embody high standards of farming — sharing in Abbott’s commitment to create formulas with care and quality.

“I feel very proud knowing that the milk produced at my farm is trusted by parents around the world to feed their children” said Sherlock.

Not for infants or children with galactosemia.
Designed as a complete or partial breast milk substitute.
‡ Milk ingredients are derived from milk of non-rbST-treated cows, which is not different from milk of rbST-treated cows.
§ Ingredients not genetically engineered.

How to Safely Prepare Powder Baby Formula

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How to Safely Prepare Powder Baby Formula

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• Parents and caregivers have so much to juggle with a new baby. Whether learning for the first time or refreshing your knowledge, knowing how to safely prepare powder baby formula is essential.

• A January 2024 article in Consumer Reports raised concerns about the accuracy of automated baby formula makers in delivering the correct formula-to-water ratios.

• When preparing baby formula manually, follow the label instructions on the container to ensure proper handling and preparation each time. With the right preparation, you can help ensure a nutritionally complete bottle for your baby.

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How To Tell if Your Toddler Is Dehydrated

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• Toddlers can get dehydrated during various illnesses or really hot weather.

• Water, ice cubes, hydrating foods and frozen electrolyte fruit-flavored pops can all help your child stay hydrated.

• Watch for signs of dehydration, like fatigue, crankiness, and less urination.

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