Just like the name says, this product is used right out of the container.
- Ready-to-use (also called ready-to-feed) formula is sterile and safe for your baby as is.
- Ready-to-use formula comes in single use bottles as well as larger containers for multiple feedings.
- Always follow the manufacturer’s directions on the label.
- It is very important that your hands and the place where you prepare the bottles are clean and that feeding equipment is sterilized.
- Never add extra water to make the formula thinner as this is dangerous for your baby.
- Never mix any other kind of food, drink or type of formula in your baby’s bottle. Adding cereal to your baby’s bottle won’t help them sleep and can cause choking.
- Bottles prepared ahead of time need to be covered and stored in the refrigerator. Throw them out if you haven’t used them within 48 hours.
How to Use and Store
- Your baby should start a new bottle at each feeding.
- After feeding begins, use the formula within one hour or discard.
- After each feeding, throw away any unused formula. Never reuse, reheat or put it in the fridge for later use.
- If using formula that comes in a container with more than one serving in it:
- once opened, cover the container and store it in the refrigerator.
- use the entire bottle of formula within 48 hours.
- throw out any unused formula that has been open for over 48 hours.
How to Make Ready-to-Feed Formula

Warming the Bottle Before Feeding
- Most babies like to drink their formula at room temperature.
- You can warm the bottle by placing it in a bowl of warm water.
- Never warm bottles in a microwave oven as it causes hot spots and can burn your baby’s mouth.
- Check the temperature of the formula by placing some drops on the inside of your wrist.
