SMA® Follow-on Milk
A formula milk containing iron, designed specifically to meet the nutritional needs of babies from 6 months of age as part of a varied weaning diet.
SMA® Follow-on Milk contains 2'FL*
Why SMA® Follow-on Baby Milk?
SMA® Nutrition has been pioneering infant nutrition since 1919, using over 100 years of expertise our team have crafted our clinically proven follow-on baby milk with care to meet babies' nutritional needs.
Appropriate growth
- The only Follow-on Milk in the UK & I supported by clinical trials which demonstrated appropriate growth1,2
- The lowest protein follow-on milk in UK & I3-6 – studies suggest that excessive protein in early life is linked with rapid growth and higher risk of later obesity.7,8
Immunity
- Contains vitamin D which contributes to the normal functioning of baby’s immune system.9
- Contains 2’FL Human Milk Oligosaccharide (HMO*): Research suggests that infants fed an infant formula supplemented with 2’FL HMO* had immune markers closer to breast-fed infants10
2’FL is the most abundant oligosaccharide found in breast milk.11
To find out more about the role of HMOs in breast milk click here
Halal Certified
The first 1,000 days of a baby’s life have a life-long impact on many aspects of future health.
As babies start to receive complementary food at around 6 months, it’s important they continue to receive good quality protein at an appropriate level. National dietary surveys show that in infants over 6 months, average daily protein intake exceeds recommendations and intakes of iron and vitamin D may be sub-optimal.12, 13
The latest infant dietary survey shows that in the UK 10–14% of infants aged 7–11 months have an iron intake less than the Lower Reference Nutrient intake(LRNI).12 Iron needs are high from 6 months onwards14 and so SMA® Follow-on Milk provides 58% of an infant’s iron requirements, 63% of the calcium requirement and 85-100% of the vitamin D requirement, in a daily serving of 500ml15,16.
Data cards
Download the powder format data card
Download the liquid format data card
Product details
SMA® Follow-on Milk
800 g powder
Easy open lid. Scoop can be stored in suspension inside the can. Use product within 4 weeks of opening. Approximately 177 scoops per can. Approx. 29 x 200 ml servings per can.
SMA® Follow-on Milk
400 g powder
Easy open lid. Use product within 4 weeks of opening. Approximately 88 scoops per can. Approx. 14 x 200 ml servings per can.
SMA® Follow-on Milk Ready to Drink
200ml Resealable Carton
Ready to use liquids do not require any preparation, just shake and pour into a sterilised beaker/bottle. 200 ml on-the-go resealable cartons are easy to pour and can be kept in the fridge for up to 24 hours after opening.
SMA® Follow-on Milk Ready to Drink
6 x 200ml Resealable Carton Multipack
Ready to use liquids do not require any preparation, just shake and pour into a sterilised bottle. Contains 6 x 200 ml on-the-go resealable cartons. Easy to pour and can be kept in the fridge for up to 24 hours after opening.
Feeding guide – powdered milk
| Feeding guide from 6+ months | |||
| 1 serving = 200 ml | Amount of cooled, freshly boiled water | Number of scoops of powder | |
| ml | fl. oz. (approx.) | ||
| 1 beaker/bottle | 180 | 6 | 6 |
This table is a guide only. All babies are different but try to ensure that from 6 months to 1 year a baby has 500 – 600 ml of SMA® Follow-on Milk per day, either as a drink, on cereals or mixed with food. Mix 1 scoop of powder to 30 ml (approx.1fl. oz.) of water. Approx. 177 scoops per can. 1 scoop = 4.5 g. Approx. 29 x 200 ml servings per can (applicable to 800 g can only).
Feeding guide – liquid milk
All babies are different but try to ensure that from 6 months to 1 year a baby has 500 – 600 ml of SMA® Follow-on Milk per day, either as a drink, on cereals or mixed with food.
SMA® Follow-on Milk powder – 800 g and 400 g can
- Do not add extra powder or water to make the feeds stronger or weaker and do not press powder into scoop. Using too much or too little powder can make your baby ill.
- We recommend preparing each feed in individual beakers/bottles when required.
- For hygienic reasons, discard unfinished feed in the beaker/bottle as soon as possible.
- Made-up formulae can be poured over cereals and mixed with food.
- Do not alter or add to formulae unless medically directed.
- Do not warm feeds in a microwave, hot spots may occur and cause scalding.
- Remember, cows' milk should not be used as a drink during the first year.
SMA® Follow-on Milk liquid – 200 ml Tetra-Pak®
- Check best before date.
- Once open, reseal carton and store only in the fridge (5 ºC or below) for up to 24 hours.
- For hygienic reasons, discard unfinished feed in the beaker/bottle as soon as possible, and always within 1 hour.
- For older babies, ready to use formulae can be poured over cereals and mixed with food.
- Do not alter or add to formulae unless medically directed.
- Do not warm feeds in a microwave, hot spots may occur and cause scalding.
- Remember, cows' milk should not be used as a drink during the first year.
- Do not freeze.
Preparation
How to prepare baby's feed – powder (800 g and 400 g)
While this product is made under strict hygienic conditions, it is not sterile. Failure to follow instructions on preparation and storage may make your child ill.
1
Wash hands well. Wash and sterilise all utensils according to manufacturers’ instructions.
2
Boil 1 litre of fresh tap water. Allow boiled water to cool for no more than 30 minutes. Measure 180 ml (approx. 6 fl. oz.) of water into a beaker or bottle, carefully – the water is hot. Do not use artificially softened or repeatedly boiled water.
3
Using only the scoop provided, add 6 scoops of powder, levelling off each scoop with the back of a clean dry knife. Store the scoop in suspension inside the can and replace lid.
4
Place a lid on the beaker, or teat and cap on the bottle, and shake well until powder is fully dissolved. Cool beaker/ bottle under cold running water or in a bowl or jug of cold water until lukewarm, do not immerse the lid/teat. Test temperature by shaking a few drops onto the inside of your wrist.
Preparing your baby’s feed – Ready to Use 1 litre and 200 ml tetra pack
Failure to follow instructions on preparation and storage may make your baby ill.
1
Wash hands well. Wash and sterilise all utensils according to manufacturers' instructions.
2
If carton is damaged in any way, do not use. Shake carton well and unscrew cap. Pour desired amount into a sterilised beaker/bottle and place a lid on the beaker, or teat and cap on the bottle. Replace plastic cap on carton.
3
SMA® Follow-on Milk can be fed at room temperature. If required to heat, stand filled beaker/bottle in warm water, do not immerse the lid/teat.
4
Before feeding shake the beaker/bottle well. If warmed, test temperature by shaking a few drops onto the inside of your wrist - milk should be lukewarm.
Useful helpsheets for you to share with parents:
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Preparing and giving a bottle
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Steam sterilising
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- Ziegler EE, et al. Adequacy of infant formula with protein content of 1.6 g/100 kcal for infants between 3 and 12 months. JPGN 2015; 61: 596-603.
- SMA® PRO Follow-on Milk datacard.
- Aptamil datacard for Follow-on Milk. Available at: https://www.nutricia.co.uk/hcp/products.html (accessed January 2021)
- Cow and Gate datacard for Follow-on Milk. Available at: https://www.nutricia.co.uk/hcp/products.html (accessed January 2021)
- HIPP datacard for Follow-on Milk. Available at: https://hcp.hipp.com/products/hipp-milk-formulae/organic-milk-formula/hipp-2-organic/ …. (accessed January 2021).
- Baird et al., Being big or growing fast: systematic review of size and growth in infancy and later obesity. BMJ, doi:10.1136/bmj.38586.411273.EO after rapid growth.
- Weber et al., Lower protein content in infant formula reduces BMI and obesity risk at school age: follow-up of a randomized trial. Am J Clin Nutr 2014;99:1041–51 for higher risk of obesity
- Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of a health claim related to Vitamin D and contribution to the normal function of the immune system pursuant to Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006. EFSA Journal 2015; 13(5);4906
- Goehring KC et al. Similar to Those Who Are Breastfed, Infants Fed a Formula Containing 2’- Fucosyllactose Have Lower Inflammatory Cytokines in a Randomized Controlled Trial J Nutr. 2016;146:2559–2566.
- Vandenplas et al., Human Milk Oligosaccharides: 2-Fucosyllactose (2-FL) and Lacto-N-Neotetraose (LNnT) in Infant Formula. Nutrients 2018, 10, 1161;
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*2'FL: structurally identical human milk oligosaccharides, not sourced from breast milk
LRNI - Lower Reference Nutrient Intakes
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding during the first 6 months of life and continued breastfeeding for as long as possible. SMA® PRO Follow-on Milk is only suitable for babies over 6 months as part of a mixed diet. It should not be used as a substitute for breast milk during the first 6 months. The decision to start weaning or to use this product before 6 months, should be made only on the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietitian or pharmacist, based on baby’s individual needs.