My Homemade Formula Recipe
I'm a traditional naturopath (graduated from Trinity School of Natural Health in 2018) and I created this recipe based on existing recipes that have been published in various places after looking at each option and feeling that most of them were either too expensive, too time consuming to make, or required ingredients that were too difficult to source. I have used this recipe, and similar recipes for the last 7 years with all of my children due to having a severe case of hypoplasia.
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Instructions
Instructions: I blend ingredients in a blender until oils/fats do not separate within the mixture. Ratios of water to formula are listed below which I add prior to feeding.
Newborn - 2 Weeks
- 2c milk
- 1c bone broth
- 1.5oz cod oil
- 3oz flax oil
- .5 tbsp liquid chlorophyll
- 1.25c milk powder
- 1 tbsp colloidal silver (optional)
(Mix 1oz formula to 2oz water)
Newborn 3+ Weeks
- 2c milk
- 1c bone broth
- 1.5oz cod oil
- 3oz flax oil
- .5 tbsp liquid chlorophyll
- 1.25c milk powder
- 2 tsp molasses (optional)
- 1 tbsp colloidal silver (optional)
(Mix 1oz formula to 1oz water)
3 Months - 5+ Months
- 3c milk
- 1c bone broth
- 1c milk powder
- 1.5oz cod oil
- 3.5oz flax oil
- .5 tbsp liquid chlorophyll
- 1 tbsp molasses (optional)
- 1 tbsp colloidal silver (optional)
(Mix 1oz formula to 1oz water)
Additional information
I do not have a 6+ month recipe because all of my children begin eating table foods at 6 months - if they did not I probably would create an updated formula recipe or at the very least add 1 raw egg yolk per recipe.
MILK: I used raw cow's milk and goat's when possible, if not, I've used low-temp pasteurized organic milk; in a pinch I would be willing to use conventional milk if no other options exist; it is possible to add 1 tbsp yogurt or kefir to 1 cup of milk for better digestion (if I were to do this, I would omit the colloidal silver).
COD OIL: My preferred brand is Nordic Naturals.
BONE BROTH RATIO: I made bone broth with 4oz bones to 2 cups water, simmered for 3+ hours; I cooked this down as much as possible and added water as needed for the recipe.
LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL: My preferred brand is Nature’s Sunshine (mint flavor).
MILK POWDER: I have used goat’s and cow's milk powder interchangeably.
COLLOIDAL SILVER: I use colloidal sliver to prevent bacterial contamination and support baby's immune system - I would omit if I were to give baby probiotics. Any brand of colloidal silver I have found to be typically fine, I have most often used Sovereign Silver but I much prefer to brew my own at home.
CHAMOMILE TEA: In the past I have added the equivalent of 5 - 10 drops of organic chamomile tea with each bottle to promote better digestion.
DIGESTION: If I were to notice difficulties with digestion I would take a look at root cause - I have used homeopathic chamomilla 30c, chamomile tea drops, probiotics, and other nutritional supplements depending on several factors. Addressing alignment issues with osteopathic or chiropractic care may also be helpful in addition to making sure baby is positioned well during feedings and is adequately burped. For dairy sensitivities I would not recommend continuing to use a dairy based formula unless the root cause is addressed.