a2 Platinum® infant formula based on cow milk 800g
a2 Platinum® infant formula based on cow milk 800g
Stage 1: from birth
Made in New Zealand
Nutritionally complete
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For newborns from birth: a2 Platinum® infant formula stage 1 based on cow milk is formulated for bottle fed babies from birth, or when moving on from breastfeeding.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Information
| Average quantity per 100mL prepared formula | |
| Energy | 282kJ |
| Protein | 1.6g |
| - Whey | 0.96g |
| - Casein | 0.64g |
| Fat | 3.5g |
| - Long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids | |
| - Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | 24mg |
| - Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) | 5.4mg |
| - Arachidonic acid (ARA) | 32mg |
| Carbohydrate | 7.2g |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 53µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 56µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg |
| Vitamin C | 21mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.94µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.2mg |
| Vitamin K | 6.3µg |
| Biotin | 3.4µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 536µg |
| Folate | 15.0µg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 550µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 147µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 76µg |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 53mg |
| Copper | 50µg |
| Iodine | 11µg |
| Iron | 0.72mg |
| Magnesium | 6.0mg |
| Manganese | 4.0µg |
| Phosphorus | 35mg |
| Selenium | 2.4µg |
| Zinc | 0.60mg |
| Chloride | 51mg |
| Potassium | 71mg |
| Sodium | 22mg |
| Other nutrients | |
| Choline | 16mg |
| Inositol | 4.42mg |
| L-carnitine | 1.1mg |
| Additional | |
| Galacto-oligosaccharide (GOS) | 362mg |
| Lutein | 6.4µg |
| Taurine | 5.0mg |
| Nucleotides | 3.3mg |
| - Adenosine-5’-monophosphate | 0.62mg |
| - Cytidine-5’-monophosphate | 1.04mg |
| - Guanosine-5’-monophosphate | 0.51mg |
| - Inosine-5’-monophosphate | 0.42mg |
| - Uridine-5’-monophosphate | 0.72mg |
Feeding Guide
Feeding Guide
The amount of formula you prepare depends on the age of your baby and their individual needs.
| Age of baby | Cooled boiled water (mL) | Level scoops of powder^ | Number of feeds per day |
| Birth to 2 weeks | 50 | 2 | up to 9 |
| 2 – 4 weeks | 100 | 4 | 5 – 7 |
| 1 – 4 months | 150 | 6 | 4 – 6 |
| 5 – 6 months | 200 | 8 | 4 – 5 |
| 6 months + | 200 | 8 | 4 |
^1 scoop ≈ 3.75g of powder; 2 scoops + 50mL of water ≈ 56mL
This feeding guide is a general guide only. Every baby is different; your baby may need more or less infant formula. Newborn babies may not drink the full amount in the first weeks. Babies over 6 months should be offered solid food in addition to infant formula.
Cup Feeding Guidelines: Introduce a baby feeding cup at around 6 months of age to teach your baby the skill of sipping from a cup.
Dental Hygiene: Avoid putting your baby to sleep with a bottle, as it can lead to tooth decay.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Milk solids [lactose (milk), whole milk powder, demineralised whey powder (milk), whey protein concentrate (milk), skim milk powder], vegetable oils [corn, high oleic sunflower, canola, coconut, emulsifier (soy lecithin), antioxidants (mixed tocopherol concentrate, ascorbyl palmitate)], galacto-oligosaccharide [GOS] (milk), arachidonic acid oil powder, minerals [calcium phosphate dibasic, sodium citrate, potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium citrate, calcium carbonate, ferrous sulphate, zinc sulphate, sodium selenite, potassium iodide, copper sulphate, manganese sulphate], dried fish (tuna) oil powder, choline chloride, vitamins [sodium ascorbate, dl-α-tocopheryl acetate, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, vitamin A acetate, vitamin D₃, d-biotin, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, phylloquinone, thiamine hydrochloride, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride], emulsifier [soy lecithin], taurine, nucleotides [cytidine-5’-monophosphate, uridine-5’-monophosphate sodium salt, guanosine-5’-monophosphate sodium salt, adenosine-5’-monophosphate, inosine-5’-monophosphate sodium salt], myo-inositol, L-carnitine tartrate, lutein, acidity regulators [potassium hydroxide, citric acid].
Contains milk, soy, fish.
Preparation
Preparation
Step 1
Always wash hands before preparing feeds. Clean and then sterilise all utensils with an approved steriliser or by boiling in a large pot with a lid, on the stove for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Boil safe drinking water and allow to cool for 30 minutes. Consult feeding guide. Measure the required volume of cooled boiled water into a sterilised feeding bottle.
Step 3
Using only the enclosed scoop, fill scoop and level off using the built-in leveller on the can. Avoid compacting powder.
Step 4
Add the exact amount of powder to the water in the bottle. Always add 2 level scoops of powder for each 50mL of water. Cap the bottle and mix thoroughly by shaking gently or swirling the bottle to dissolve the powder.
Step 5
Check the prepared feed is at the right temperature by testing on your wrist. Feed your baby immediately. Discard any unfinished feed within 1 hour (do not store).
Do not change proportions of the powder or add other food except on medical advice. It is safer to prepare each bottle as needed and use immediately after it is prepared. If a bottle of made-up formula is to be prepared in advance, store in the refrigerator and use within 24 hours. Discard any refrigerated formula not used within 24 hours.
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FAQs
What are the ingredients in a2 Platinum® infant formula?
Milk solids [lactose (milk), whole milk powder, demineralised whey powder (milk), whey protein concentrate (milk), skim milk powder], vegetable oils [corn, high oleic sunflower, canola, coconut, emulsifier (soy lecithin), antioxidants (mixed tocopherol concentrate, ascorbyl palmitate)], galacto-oligosaccharide [GOS] (milk), arachidonic acid oil powder, minerals [calcium phosphate dibasic, sodium citrate, potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium citrate, calcium carbonate, ferrous sulphate, zinc sulphate, sodium selenite, potassium iodide, copper sulphate, manganese sulphate], dried fish (tuna) oil powder, choline chloride, vitamins [sodium ascorbate, dl-α-tocopheryl acetate, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, vitamin A acetate, vitamin D₃, d-biotin, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, phylloquinone, thiamine hydrochloride, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride], emulsifier [soy lecithin], taurine, nucleotides [cytidine-5’-monophosphate, uridine-5’-monophosphate sodium salt, guanosine-5’-monophosphate sodium salt, adenosine-5’-monophosphate, inosine-5’-monophosphate sodium salt], myo-inositol, L-carnitine tartrate, lutein, acidity regulators [potassium hydroxide, citric acid].
Contains milk, soy, fish.
Can you use a stage 1 baby formula after six months of age?
It is completely safe for your baby to continue on a2 Platinum® infant formula (Stage 1) beyond 6 months, as your baby is starting on solids. Introducing solid foods provides additional nutrients which will help meet your baby’s nutritional requirements.
If your baby is already settled on a2 Platinum® infant formula (Stage 1), remaining on this may be more beneficial than transitioning to a2 Platinum® follow-on formula (Stage 2), as there are many changes occurring with the introduction of solids, and this can be one aspect that remains the same, allowing you to focus on progressing with introducing a range of solids foods, in particular iron rich foods.
If you find your baby is showing little interest in solid foods, it may be more beneficial to introduce a2 Platinum® follow-on formula (Stage 2).
How long does a2 Platinum® infant formula last once opened?
Once a can of a2 Platinum® infant formula has been opened, it can be kept safely for four weeks if stored in a cool dry place. Discard any unused formula after four weeks.
To maximise the shelf life:
- Keep the scoop in the lid when not in use. There is no need to wash the scoop after preparing a bottle.
- If the scoop gets wet accidentally, you will need to wash and dry it thoroughly before putting it back in the can.
- Always keep a2 Platinum® infant formula in its original can and cover with the plastic lid to prevent contamination of the powder.
- Do not transfer the powder to another container because this is a high risk of contamination.
Where can I get help with bottle feeding?
You can always reach out to our a2™ Careline for help with any of our products.
For more information, contact a local health centre, GP or paediatrician. There are phone support services that can give new parents support:
Breastfeeding Australia
1800 mum 2 mum or 1800 686 268
Free info kit
Maternal Child and Health line:
13 22 29
PANDA for Postnatal Depression and Anxiety:
1300 726 306
Learning hub
How much a2 Platinum® infant formula? How often?
The Feeding Guide provided on each can of a2 Platinum® formula, is there to guide you on how much and how often to feed your baby. Different mixing ratios and scoops may be used for other infant formula products, so it is important to specifically follow the instructions on the can when preparing a2 Platinum® Infant Formula.
There is much individuality in how much each baby will drink and variation in the amount that the same baby will drink from day to day. The Feeding Guide is a guide to how much babies of different ages will need to drink and the frequency of consumption. It is important to always be guided by your baby and allow your baby to drink to satiation point, even if this means discarding any unused formula in the bottle. Unlike breastmilk which changes composition as baby grows, infant formula concentration remains constant so it is only the volume consumed which changes as the baby grows.
It is important to prepare the infant formula with the right amount of powder and water, as per the instructions provided on the can. This will help ensure your baby’s nutritional requirements are being met. If you add too much powder to your baby’s bottle your baby’s feed will be too concentrated. This can lead to constipation, causing your baby abdominal pain, bloating and discomfort when trying to do a poo. If you add too much water, your baby’s feeds will be too diluted and they will not receive enough nutrition to help them grow well.
Do not prepare formula with a different concentration to that which is prescribed on the can, unless under the specific guidance and instruction of a qualified healthcare professional such as your GP or paediatrician.
Guidelines aside, around 6 wet nappies daily, as well as a developmentally growing and thriving infant indicate that your baby is likely to be receiving enough infant products.
Why have you updated the a2 Platinum® range?
At The a2 Milk Company, we are committed to continuously improving our products to support the nutritional needs of formula-fed infants and young children. As part of this commitment, we have updated the a2 Platinum® range with an updated formulation and refreshed packaging.
How do I transition to the updated a2 Platinum® formulation?
If your baby is sensitive to changes in feeding, we recommend gradually introducing the updated a2 Platinum® formula. For more information reach out to our a2™ Careline, staffed by Accredited Practising Dietitians on 1800 22 46 32 or contact us here.
When moving to the updated a2 Platinum® range, it’s important to note that the feeding guide has been updated and the scoop to water ratio is now 2 scoops to 50mL of water. This change ensures your baby continues to receive the nutrition intended for their age when the formula is prepared according to the updated feeding guide. To support a smooth transition, always use the scoop provided in the current can and follow the feeding guide and directions for use printed on the can.
What are the updates to the packaging?
Our updated a2 Platinum® range now features a premium straight-wall tin, updated artwork and now includes the scoop in the lid for convenience. Additionally, our 800g can now features 3 QR code traceability. You will find QR code on the base of the can, on top of the foil and on the underside of the foil.