LITTLE STEPS® Product FAQ's
In March 2019, SMA® Nutrition launched LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk and LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk. Every day your baby is growing, learning, doing something new and overcoming little challenges. Help set your baby on the right track towards a bright future with LITTLE STEPS®
We understand that you may have some questions about our new LITTLE STEPS® formulas. As a result, we have prepared an FAQ to let you know about the launch.
GENERAL LITTLE STEPS® QUESTIONS
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Why have you launched another range of formulas?
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We believe that it is important to ensure that parents have choices in the formula that they give to their baby. Which is why we have a variety of milks to suit the different needs of parents and babies.
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Does the LITTLE STEPS® range come in liquid format?
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LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk and LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk are available in liquid formats. All products are available in 200ml resealable cartons.
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Is the LITTLE STEPS® range Halal, Vegan or Vegetarian?
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The LITTLE STEPS® milk range are not suitable for vegetarians or vegan diets as there are some trace ingredients which do not meet the criteria. The LITTLE STEPS® range of milks are halal certified.
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If I switch my baby from another formula what should I expect?
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A change in stool consistency/frequency can sometimes happen when infants are starting or switching formula, this is perfectly normal. If you have any questions, contact your healthcare professional or the SMA Careline®.
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Does the LITTLE STEPS® range of milks contain GOS/FOS?
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No, the LITTLE STEPS® range of milks do not contain GOS/FOS.
LITTLE STEPS® FIRST INFANT MILK
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Why choose LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk?
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LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk is a nutritionally complete breast milk substitute that contains Omega 3 (DHA)*. To see the full list of ingredients and nutrition information for this product please see the label or the information available on our product pages.
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Is LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk vegetarian?
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The LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk is not suitable for vegetarians or vegan diets as there are some trace ingredients which do not meet the criteria.
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Is LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk halal?
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Yes, LITTLE STEPS® First Infant Milk is halal Certified.
LITTLE STEPS® FOLLOW-ON MILK
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Why choose LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk?
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LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk is designed for babies from 6 months as part of a varied weaning diet. It is enriched with Iron to help support normal cognitive development. It also contains Calcium and Vitamin D for the normal growth and development of bones. Vitamin D also contributes to the normal function of the immune system in children. To see the full list of ingredients and nutrition information for this product please see the label or the information available on our product pages.
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Is LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk vegetarian?
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The LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk is not suitable for vegetarians or vegan diets as there are some trace ingredients which do not meet the criteria.
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Is LITTLE STEPS Follow-on Milk halal?
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Yes, LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk is halal certified.
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Can I mix LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk with weaning foods and use it in cooking?
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Yes, LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk is suitable to use in your baby’s favourite milk-based recipes or on cereals. See our weaning guide for more information.
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Now my baby is eating solids, what is the role of LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk?
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Milk will remain a big part of your baby’s daily diet all the way through childhood, providing important energy and nutrients. LITTLE STEPS® Follow-on Milk is designed for babies from 6 months onwards to complement the weaning diet and to help ensure they get a good nutritional foundation in life. It is enriched with Iron to help support normal cognitive development and contains Calcium and Vitamin D for the normal growth and development of bones. Vitamin D also contributes to the normal function of the immune system in children.
Important notice
We believe that breastfeeding is the ideal nutritional start for babies and we fully support the World Health Organization’s recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life followed by the introduction of adequate nutritious complementary foods along with continued breastfeeding up to two years of age. We also recognise that breastfeeding is not always an option for parents. We recommend that you speak to your healthcare professional about how to feed your baby and seek advice on when to introduce complementary feeding. If you choose not to breastfeed, please remember that such a decision can be difficult to reverse and has social and financial implications. Introducing partial bottle-feeding will reduce the supply of breast milk. LITTLE STEPS® 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.