Breast milk made us do it!
When it comes to our ingredients, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
So how exactly do we get closest to breast milk?
Our patented protein blend! Which combines:
And unlike other formulas, we have it at actual breast milk levels! FYI: alpha-lac contains tryptophan—which has been shown to help babies fall asleep quickly.
Alpha-lac
The #1 protein found in breast milk that supports baby’s growth and digestion.
The protein in this early breast milk or “liquid gold” aids in iron absorption (which is a critical mineral for baby’s development).
Lactoferrin
The #1 protein found in colostrum that supports gut and immune health.
Partially hydrolyzed proteins paired with nutritious whole proteins make for a blend that’s also gentle on tummies.
Partially hydrolyzed proteins
These broken down proteins are easy to digest (which = happy tummies).
Organic, grass-fed whole milk that’s got the good stuff.
Breast milk doesn’t skim the fat, so why would we?
FOR BRAIN DEVELOPMENT
Whole milk is full of delicious healthy fats like naturally-occurring MFGM—a complex blend of fats and proteins also found in breast milk. MFGM is crucial for baby’s brain development and growth (and has also been associated with a healthy microbiome).
FOR EASY DIGESTION
Whole milk has plenty of easy-to-absorb fatty acids which helps keep baby’s poops softer.
FOR EYE HEALTH
Whole milk contains over 5x as much lutein (a naturally occurring antioxidant beneficial for eye health and cognitive function) as skim milk.
FOR IMMUNE SUPPORT
Whole milk has 3.5x times the amount of beta-carotene as skim, which converts into Vitamin A—an essential vitamin for a strong immune system.
FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Grass-fed milk has more Omega-3s than conventional milk, and these cows require less water than grain-fed cows.
We didn’t stop there!
We scoured the globe, hand-picking the best-of-the-best ingredients that are as clean as they are beneficial for babies.
Organic prebiotics.
Our lactose-derived, prebiotic GOS (i.e. galacto-oligosaccharide) helps support the growth of good bacteria in baby’s gut. Did you know: GOS also keeps baby’s poops softer—so they’re more like breastfed poops!
Carbs from lactose.
Just like breast milk, our formula uses lactose as its primary carbohydrate, instead of added glucose (think: corn syrup and maltodextrin), which can change the composition of the gut microbiome. No thanks!
Plant-based DHA and ARA.
A key omega-3 fatty acid found in breast milk, research shows DHA supports brain function and eye health. Our algae-sourced DHA is particularly powerful when paired with ARA (together they can have a direct impact on baby’s neurodevelopment!).
The real magic is in the mix!
Just like your favorite recipe, it’s not just about a single ingredient, but how each one enhances the others.
FULL INGREDIENT LIST
Organic whole milk*, Lactose, Organic Vegetable oils (organic high oleic sunflower, organic low erucic rapeseed, organic coconut, organic sunflower), organic galactooligosaccharides°, organic lactose, alpha-lactalbumin** whey protein, whey protein hydrolysate, less than 1%: lactoferrin***, dha algal oil8 (schizochytrium), mortierella alpina oil¥, vitamin a palmitate, vitamin d3, vitamin e acetate, vitamin k1, thiamine hydrochloride, riboflavin, vitamin b6 hydrochloride, vitamin b12, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, folic acid, biotin, ascorbic acid, mixed tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate, l-carnitine, inositol, calcium phosphate, sodium citrate, calcium carbonate, potassium citrate, ferrous sulfate, potassium chloride, magnesium phosphate, calcium chloride, zinc sulfate, cupric sulfate, manganese sulfate, potassium iodide, sodium selenate, potassium bicarbonate, choline chloride. contains: milk
*FIRST US INFANT FORMULA TO INCLUDE ORGANIC, GRASS-FED WHOLE MILK
**FIRST US INFANT FORMULA AT BREAST MILK LEVELS***A KEY PROTEIN FOUND IN BREAST MILK AND COLOSTRUM°A PREBIOTIC FIBER 8OMEGA-3 FATTY ACID¥OMEGA-6 FATTY ACID
“Above and beyond” is our middle name.
Let’s just say our ingredients were the first to win Clean Label Project’s highest-tier Purity Award (big deal).
And we’re just as meticulous about the things we DON’T include.
No Corn Syrup
No Gluten
No GMO
NO MALTODEXTRIN
No Soy
NO HEXANE-EXTRACTED DHA
NO ARTIFICIAL GROWTH HORMONES*
NO PALM OIL
Great partnerships = greener pastures.
We’re proud to work with our global circle of suppliers, directly—forming close relationships built on values and trust. (And these udderly charming new friends don’t hurt either.)
Meet Buttercup!
Buttercup is 4 years old, a proud Pisces, and her favorite food is Merion Kentucky Bluegrass. This gorgeous lady lives at one of the family-run farms that provide us with the organic, grass-fed whole milk we use in our formula.
Meet Clarabelle!
At just 2 years old, Clarabelle is already one of the most well-liked cows on her farm in Sonoma County. A real girls-girl, Clarabelle loves to be groomed and to socialize with her friends. She’ll never say no to grazing (or a nap!) and we’re so grateful for the delicious milk she provides.
Good things come in small batches.
Our small batch process minimizes the time it takes to produce our formula in order to protect the integrity of the (healthy!) fats. Exposing these fats at a high heat for an extended period of time can actually impact the color, taste, texture and smell of the formula. Less time + less heat = small batch goodness.
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