Similac Advance Gold Stage 2 is a cow’s milk-based follow-on formula specially developed for babies aged six to twelve months.
Its advanced nutritional formula contains a Human Milk Oligosaccharide, commonly known as an HMO, together with prebiotics and nucleotides. These nutritional components help support beneficial intestinal bacteria, digestive balance and the baby’s developing immune system.
The formula also provides DHA, lutein, natural Vitamin E and other essential vitamins and minerals. DHA contributes to normal visual development during infancy, while lutein and natural Vitamin E form part of the formula’s nutritional and antioxidant profile.
Similac Advance Gold Stage 2 provides protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals to help meet the changing nutritional needs of growing babies alongside suitable complementary foods.
Its distinctive vegetable-fat blend is formulated without palm olein oil.
Key Benefits
- Follow-on formula for babies aged six to twelve months.
- Contains a Human Milk Oligosaccharide.
- Contains prebiotics and nucleotides.
- Supports beneficial intestinal bacteria and digestive balance.
- Supports the baby’s developing immune system.
- Contains DHA to support normal visual development.
- Contains lutein and natural Vitamin E.
- Provides essential vitamins and minerals.
- Supports normal growth and development.
- Complements an age-appropriate weaning diet.
- Made with a vegetable-fat blend without palm olein oil.
- Available in a 400g pack.
Key Nutritional Components
- HMO: A Human Milk Oligosaccharide included as a prebiotic to support beneficial intestinal bacteria and normal immune function.
- DHA: An Omega-3 fatty acid that contributes to normal visual development during infancy.
- Lutein: A carotenoid included as part of the formula’s eye-health nutritional profile.
- Natural Vitamin E: An antioxidant nutrient that helps protect cells against oxidative stress.
- Prebiotics: Help nourish beneficial bacteria within the digestive system.
- Nucleotides: Nutritional components involved in normal growth and cellular function.
- Essential Vitamins and Minerals: Help meet the baby’s changing nutritional requirements during the second half of the first year.
Important Feeding Notice
Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for babies, and breastfeeding should be continued for as long as possible.
Similac Advance Gold Stage 2 is suitable only for babies over six months of age. It must not be used as a substitute for breast milk during the first six months.
From six months, follow-on formula should form only part of a varied diet that includes suitable complementary foods.
Consult a paediatrician, pharmacist or other qualified healthcare professional before introducing or changing the baby’s formula.
The amount and frequency of feeding should be determined according to the baby’s age, weight, appetite, development and individual nutritional requirements.
How to Prepare
Always follow the preparation and feeding table printed on the supplied tin, as scoop sizes and instructions may vary between markets.
- Wash your hands thoroughly and clean the preparation surface.
- Wash the feeding bottle, teat, cap and all preparation utensils.
- Rinse the equipment thoroughly, then boil it for five minutes.
- Place the sterilised feeding equipment on a clean surface.
- In a separate pan, bring fresh drinking water to a rolling boil for five minutes.
- Allow the water to cool to the temperature specified on the product packaging.
- Pour the required amount of warm, previously boiled water into the sterilised feeding bottle.
- Use only the scoop supplied inside the tin.
- Fill the scoop with powder and level it without pressing or packing the powder.
- Add one level scoop of powder for every 60ml of water.
- Close the bottle and shake until the powder has completely dissolved.
- Check the temperature on the inside of your wrist before feeding.
- 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.
Freshly prepared formula that has not been used may be refrigerated immediately only when permitted by the instructions printed on the supplied tin. Use refrigerated formula within the period specified on the packaging.
Do not heat prepared formula in a microwave, as uneven heating may create hot spots and cause burns.
Store the unopened tin below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
After opening, keep the tin tightly closed and use the powder within three weeks, or within the period stated on the supplied packaging if different.
Do not refrigerate the powder.
Allergen Information
Contains ingredients derived from cow’s milk and soy.
This formula is not suitable for babies with a diagnosed cow’s milk protein allergy, soy allergy or galactosaemia unless specifically recommended by a paediatrician.
Important Information
Powdered infant formula is not sterile. Follow all preparation, hygiene and storage instructions carefully.
Consult a healthcare professional if the baby develops 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 breathing difficulty, facial or lip swelling, severe vomiting, unusual drowsiness or another sign of a serious allergic reaction.
Do not use the product if the tin, internal seal or packaging is open, missing or damaged.
Use before the expiry date printed on the packaging and keep out of the reach of children.
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