Holle Ready to Feed Formula

Holle Ready to Feed: Organic Liquid Formula for Babies

Newly offered in liquid format, these ready to feed bottles offer unbeatable convenience and uncompromising clean nutrition to families who want the best Holle formula for their babies.

These cow's milk-based formulas are certified EU organic, ensuring little ones receive strictly regulated and pure ingredients to help them thrive. The nourishing elixir can be poured straight into your baby's bottle and served warm or as is.

Holle Organic Ready to Feed Formula Ingredients

Holle is known for their premium formulations, and their liquid formulas continue to uphold their stellar reputation. Each ingredient is thoughtfully chosen to support optimal nutrition in your baby or toddler. Let's explore some of the key features in their ready to feed line that make these bottles stand out.

Milk Fat

Be it via the addition of cream powder in the case of Stage 1 or whole milk powder as found in Stage 3, these liquid formulas offer a rich, creamy consistency that little ones adore. Parents appreciate the addition of milk fats because they offer a more natural fatty acid profile that gets closer to breast milk. Milk fat is also an abundant source of palmitic acid, which allows these formulas to be palm oil-free!

Lactose

Did you know breast milk's main carbohydrate is lactose? It's a natural milk sugar and a source of energy that also supports the absorption of essential minerals and helps to balance the gut microbiome. With benefits like these, it makes sense that it's the sole carb in the Stage 1 ready made milk.

Prebiotics

These dietary fibers encourage the growth of healthy gut bacteria, which can mean a happier tummy for your little one. Holle Ready to Feed Stage 1 is the only product from the brand enhanced with prebiotic GOS from lactose. GOS is one of the most widely studied prebiotics, which has been shown to support digestion and promote soft stools in infants. No prebiotics are present in Stage 3. 

Plant-Based DHA

Holle gets their DHA (omega-3) from algae oil rather than fish oil to guarantee a mild and pleasant flavor that still does the important job of supporting brain development, vision, cell health, and lipid metabolism. It also gets bonus points for being more eco-friendly, as it doesn't contribute to the issue of overfishing associated with fish oil.

Taurine

This amino acid is a natural component of human milk that plays an important role in the development of your baby's central nervous system and also in the regulation of calcium in cells. Babies can only receive this nutrient from their diet since our bodies are unable to synthesize it.

Infant nutrition experts have recommended the inclusion of this ingredient in infant formulas to support healthy CNS development, hence it's included in RTF Stage 1. The nutritional needs of older little ones vary, and as such, it is not present in Stage 3. 

Maltodextrin

For a creamier consistency and a more satiating experience, Holle Stage 3 includes maltodextrin as a complementary carbohydrate source. 

Holle Ready Made Formula Stages

Your little one's nutritional needs evolve with time, and Holle formulas are meant to meet these changing needs. For fresh babes, you can begin with Stage 1, and once your child reaches 10 months, you may wish to move on to Stage 3. We'll break down the differences between these two stages below.

Holle Ready to Feed Stage 1

Holle ready to feed infant formula Stage 1 is suitable from birth. As a complete source of nutrition, it can serve as the sole source of nourishment from 0-6 months of age. From 6+ months of age, you can continue feeding your baby Stage 1 as part of a mixed diet that includes complementary foods.

This Stage is formulated to be as close to breast milk as possible and extra-gentle for newborn bellies. It features easily digested carbohydrates exclusively from lactose. Cream powder is used as a source of natural milk fats, but it is supplemented with skimmed milk. The recipe is further enhanced with GOS prebiotics and taurine.

It is produced in Germany and is certified EU organic. The bottles are labelled in both German and French.

Holle Ready to Feed Stage 3

The toddler years are a whirlwind, and it can be challenging sometimes to make sure your child is eating a balanced diet. Stage 3 milk can help fill in nutritional gaps from 10-36 months of age. It serves as a part of a mixed diet from 10-12 months and as a supplement to family meals for added nutritional assurance and flavor familiarity from 1 to 3 years of age.

This organic toddler milk includes a host of essential micronutrients like iron, calcium, vitamins C and D, and important macronutrients like DHA, all perfectly balanced in a simple blend without palm oil, added sugars, or complementary carbohydrates like starch or maltodextrin.

The formula features a base of 100% whole cow's milk, unlike Stage 1 it does not contain any skim milk. The recipe also omits the prebiotics and taurine found in Stage 1. Notably, the formula contains both lactose and maltodextrin for a more satiating blend.

This toddler formula is crafted in France, and all labelling is in French. In addition to being EU organic, the milk holds AB France organic certification. 

Holle Ready-to-Drink Bottle Sizes

Holle's got you covered for all your feeding needs. For your regular feeding routine, their ready to feed bottles are available in 200ml for Stage 1 and 250ml for Stage 3. They're small, easy to throw in your diaper bag, and can also be claimed at airport security for stress-free travel. Stage 1 bottles are compatible with most size 1 nipples (4 cm in diameter).

Do you prefer your milk in bulk? Holle's ready to feed toddler formula is also available in 1L bottles as an alternative to a carton of plain whole milk. Simply pop it on your fridge and take as much as you need, whenever you please.

Holle Liquid Formula Shelf Life

If you're new to liquid formula, it's important to note that its shelf life is shorter than that of powdered formula.

Here at Organic's Best, we pride ourselves on our long expiration dates and fresh products. As such, we guarantee our ready-to-feed milk will last a minimum of 3 months before opening (unless otherwise stated).

We encourage you to reach out to our customer care team for exact expiration dates, as this information will vary by batch.

Holle Ready-to-Feed vs Powder Version

All Holle formula offers wholesome nutrition to babies, but there are pros and cons to each format. We'll cover the key differences up next.

1) Nutrition

Holle's ready to feed formulas are the only cow's milk-based options from the brand that include milk fats in the recipe. This often appeals to parents who prefer to avoid palm oil, want their baby to receive a reduced amount of vegetable oils in their diet, or are looking for a less processed formula that is closer to the fatty acid profile of human milk.

Another important difference is that formula powder is not sterile, which is why it must be mixed with cooled boiled water. Liquid formula, on the other hand, is produced under sterile conditions, which can make it particularly well-suited to newborns and babies with compromised immune systems. However, if your little one is immunocompromised, premature, or has otherwise special feeding needs, it's important to consult your pediatrician about supplemental feeding before using these products.

2) Convenience

Preparing powder formula is more labor-intensive and messy; you have to boil water, carefully measure and level scoops of powder, and then mix it all together according to the exact instructions on the feeding table of the formula container. While this isn't much of an issue at home, it can be more challenging when traveling, when you may have limited access to boiled water.

Ready-to-feed bottles don't require any preparation; simply open and pour into a sterilized bottle, and you're good to go. Many parents appreciate Ready to Feed formula because it eliminates the chances of preparation mistakes, which can make it a convenient solution for when you leave your baby with a caregiver or during those early newborn days when you're more tired, and your brain may not be firing on all cylinders.

3) Storage

It's worth considering how much storage space you have available in your home when it comes to buying formula. Containers of powdered formula take up significantly less room than ready-to-feed bottles.

To help put things into perspective for you, one 400g box of Holle baby formula makes approximately 3 liters of prepared formula, but you would need 15 200ml ready-to-feed bottles or 3 1L ready to feed bottles to have the same quantity of prepared milk.

4) Cost

One of the main trade-offs you make when it comes to liquid vs powder formula is that powder formula is more cost-effective. This is because it's more affordable to produce and sell. Although RTF formula comes with a higher price tag, it also offers unmatched convenience compared to powdered formula.

Why Choose Holle Ready to Feed Formula?

Ready-to-feed formula is more convenient because it requires no preparation and offers added peace of mind as it's sterile. For many families, liquid formula makes traveling, night feedings, and day-to-day life much easier.

In regard to ingredients, we often hear from parents that they love that Holle's ready to feed bottles include prebiotics, which are unique to only their liquid formulas. Plus, they are the only cow's milk formulas from this brand that include milk fat and no palm oil.

FAQs About Holle RTF Formula

Whether you're new to formula feeding in general or have relied on only powder formula up to this point, here are some of the most commonly asked questions about Holle ready made formula.

Is Holle Ready-to-Feed Formula Organic?

Yes! All Holle formula is proudly certified EU organic, ensuring strict standards have been met, from raw ingredients to the finished bottle. This means the milk comes from cows raised without growth hormones or routine antibiotics, all ingredients are GMO-free, and there are no artificial additives.

Can Holle Ready to Drink be Used From Birth?

Yes, Holle Stage 1 organic infant milk can be used from birth and is optimally designed to support healthy growth and development from your baby's earliest days and beyond.

Does Holle RTF Need to be Refrigerated?

Before opening, Holle's liquid formula is shelf-stable and should not be stored in the fridge. However, once you've opened a bottle of RTF milk, it must be refrigerated for a maximum of 24 hours.