Similac Advance Gold Stage 1 is a nutritionally complete, milk-based infant formula developed for babies from birth to six months.

Its advanced nutritional formula contains Human Milk Oligosaccharide, commonly known as HMO, together with prebiotics and nucleotides to support the baby’s developing digestive and immune systems.

The formula also provides DHA, AA, lutein and natural Vitamin E. These nutrients form part of a balanced nutritional profile designed to support normal brain, visual and physical development during the first months of life.

Similac Advance Gold Stage 1 supplies essential protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals to help meet an infant’s nutritional requirements when breastfeeding is not possible or when formula supplementation is recommended by a healthcare professional.

Key Benefits

• Nutritionally complete Stage 1 infant formula.
• Suitable for babies from birth to six months.
• Contains HMO as part of its prebiotic nutritional blend.
• Contains prebiotics and nucleotides.
• Supports the developing immune and digestive systems.
• Provides DHA and AA.
• Contains lutein and natural Vitamin E.
• Supports normal brain and visual development.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals.
• Supports normal physical growth and development.
• Milk-based formula.
• Available in a 400g pack.

Key Nutritional Components

• HMO: An oligosaccharide included as part of the formula’s prebiotic nutritional blend to support beneficial intestinal bacteria and normal immune function.
• DHA and AA: Long-chain fatty acids that contribute to normal brain and visual development.
• Lutein: A carotenoid included to support normal eye health.
• Natural Vitamin E: An antioxidant nutrient that helps protect cells against oxidative stress.
• Prebiotics: Help nourish beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.
• Nucleotides: Nutritional components involved in normal growth and cellular function.
• Essential Vitamins and Minerals: Help support normal growth, bone development and general nutrition during infancy.

Important Feeding Notice

Breastfeeding is best for babies and provides ideal nutrition during infancy.

Similac Advance Gold Stage 1 may be used from birth to six months when breastfeeding is not possible, is insufficient or when formula feeding is recommended by a healthcare professional.

Consult a paediatrician, pharmacist or qualified healthcare professional before introducing infant formula or changing the baby’s existing formula.

The amount and frequency of feeding should be based on the baby’s age, weight, development and individual nutritional requirements.

How to Prepare

Always follow the feeding table and preparation instructions printed on the supplied tin, as the scoop size and instructions may vary between markets.

1. Wash your hands thoroughly and clean the preparation surface.
2. Wash the feeding bottle, teat, cap and all preparation utensils.
3. Rinse the equipment thoroughly, then boil it for five minutes or sterilise it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Place the sterilised equipment on a clean surface.
5. In a separate pan, bring fresh drinking water to a rolling boil for five minutes.
6. Allow the water to cool to the temperature specified on the product packaging.
7. Pour the required amount of water into the sterilised feeding bottle before adding the powder.
8. Use only the scoop provided inside the tin.
9. Fill the scoop with powder and level it without pressing or packing the powder.
10. Where stated on the supplied tin, add one level scoop of powder for every 60ml of water.
11. Close the bottle and shake until the powder has completely dissolved.
12. Test the temperature on the inside of your wrist before feeding.
13. Feed immediately after preparation whenever possible.

Never add extra powder, water, cereal, sugar or other ingredients unless specifically instructed by the baby’s healthcare professional. Incorrect preparation or dilution may make the baby unwell.

Feeding and Storage Instructions

Prepare each feed immediately before it is required whenever possible.

Once feeding begins, use the prepared formula within one hour and discard any amount remaining in the bottle.

Never refrigerate or reuse formula that has been in contact with the baby’s mouth.

Only refrigerate unused prepared formula when permitted by the instructions printed on the supplied tin.

Do not heat prepared formula in a microwave, as uneven heating may create hot spots and cause burns.

Store the powder in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Do not refrigerate the powder.

Keep the tin tightly closed after opening and use the contents within the period stated on the packaging.

Allergen Information

Contains milk and soy ingredients.

This product is not suitable for babies with diagnosed cow’s milk protein allergy or galactosaemia unless specifically recommended by a paediatrician.

Important Information

Powdered infant formula is not sterile. Follow all hygiene, preparation and storage instructions carefully.

Premature infants, babies under two months and infants with weakened immune systems may require additional preparation precautions. Follow the baby’s paediatrician’s instructions.

Consult a healthcare professional if the baby experiences persistent vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal discomfort, rash, blood in the stool, poor feeding or inadequate weight gain.

Seek urgent medical attention if the baby develops facial or lip swelling, breathing difficulty, severe vomiting, unusual drowsiness or another sign of a serious allergic reaction.

Do not use the product if the packaging or internal seal is open, missing or damaged.

Use before the expiry date printed on the packaging and keep out of the reach of children.