Big News: The FDA Is Updating Baby Formula Regulations (After 25 Years)

🍼 For the first time since 1998, the FDA is launching a comprehensive review of baby formula nutrition and safety standards—and we think it’s about time.

Why This Matters:

Parents have long been told to trust what’s on the shelf—but the truth is, many baby formulas in the U.S. have lagged behind when it comes to ingredient quality and transparency.

Now, thanks to Operation Stork Speed, the FDA will finally:

✅ Update nutrient requirements for baby formula
✅ Increase testing for heavy metals and contaminants
✅ Extend the personal importation policy (so you can access better international brands)
✅ Require clearer labeling and work with companies on ingredient transparency
✅ Partner with the NIH to study short- and long-term health outcomes of formula-fed babies

👉 Translation: safer, more transparent options could finally become the norm.

Important to note: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your pediatrician, healthcare provider, or a licensed medical professional before making decisions about infant feeding or switching formulas.

What to Look For in a Safer Formula

While we wait for these regulations to catch up, here’s how you can choose a better-for-baby formula today:

🍼 100% Lactose as the carb source (no corn syrup or maltodextrin)
🌿 Non-GMO and USDA Organic
🐄 Grass-fed milk, when possible
💚 A2 casein protein for sensitive tummies (easier to digest)

Formula Brands We Trust

Here’s a breakdown of better options, depending on your baby’s needs—and your preferences:

✅ Good (Uses skim milk, better ingredients than mainstream brands)

• Bobbie
• Baby’s Only
• Loulouka

💪 Better (Uses whole milk, closer to breast milk composition)

• ByHeart
• Bubs
• Bobbie Whole Milk Formula 
• Kendamil
• Nannycare
• Jovie Formula
• Little Oak
  

🏆 Best (Whole milk and no seed oils)

• Serenity A2 Formula*

• Sammy’s Milk
  

*FAQ about serenity’s toddler formula: This product is not an infant formula so we are not allowed to recommend this product for infants.  Our Toddler Formula contains the required FDA nutrients for infant formula, however, it has not yet gone through the FDA evaluation process that is required for infant formula.  So until then, we can only recommend our Grass Fed A2 Whole Milk Toddler Formula for children ages 12 months and up, or as directed by a health professional.

Bottom Line

We’re thrilled the FDA is finally stepping up. But you don’t have to wait for safer options. At Simple Steps Market, we’re committed to guiding you toward better-for-baby choices today.

✨ Because every baby deserves the best start—and that starts with what’s in the bottle.

🛒 Tap here to explore vetted formula options and non-toxic baby essentials → Simple Steps Market.