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A gassy baby isn’t fun for anyone involved—especially when your baby is in pain. For parents of formula-fed babies, finding the best formulas for gassy babies becomes a top priority.
Changing formulas, in consultation with a healthcare provider, could help with your baby’s gas. However, keep in mind that some gas is normal for all babies.
Raising Children says, “Although gas can lead to gas pain, it is important to remember that gas is often normal, especially in newborns.”
Babies often swallow air, whether from sucking on an empty bottle or crying, which can lead to gas. It could also signal conditions like lactose intolerance, other food intolerances, certain gastro infections, coeliac disease, or irritable bowel syndrome, according to the Raising Children website.
If you’re worried about your baby’s gas, consult your GP or another healthcare professional.
Whey and casein are the two main types of protein found in milk. Pregnancy Birth & Baby says, “Your baby’s first formula should usually be one that contains whey protein as the main type of protein.”
A baby formula that is higher in casein can be challenging for babies to digest.
No single formula suits all babies, so finding the right one for your baby may require some trial and error.
So, for parents who have been advised to switch formulas, the Tell Me Baby community has rated and reviewed many options. Based on their reviews, we’ve compiled a list of the best formulas for gassy babies. (Read our baby formula comparisons to find the top-rated products.)
Keep in mind that parents shouldn’t change baby formula unless advised by their doctor, child health nurse or dietician.
Under the WHO Code, the information presented here is free from advertising and is based on unbiased opinions from parents.
For more information read our ultimate guide to newborn formula.
NAN Comfort 1, a whey-dominant starter infant formula made from cow’s milk, provides balanced, high-quality nutrition for formula-fed babies.
Many parents say this formula was gentle on baby’s tummy and didn’t cause constipation.
“Baby has been having it since he was 1 week old and it doesn’t upset his stomach or cause constipation. Only downside is that it expires 3 weeks after it’s open, so if you are like us and only use it for tops ups, there is a lot of waste involved,” wrote one reviewer.
Read Nestlé NAN COMFORT 1 reviews.
Bellamy’s Organic Step 1 Infant Formula is loved by parents for its Australian-made and organic ingredients. While one parent notes that it’s hard to rate baby formulas because all babies are different, she adds that her daughter loved this brand.
Another parent wrote: “I bought this product as a backup formula while breastfeeding. I did quite a bit of research before buying, and I chose this brand because it’s so gentle on Bub’s tummy, organic and Australian made.”
Read Bellamy’s Organic Step 1 Infant Formula reviews.
a2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula Stage 1 contains only the naturally occurring A2 type of beta-casein protein, which may help support your baby’s natural digestion.
Some parents said in their review that their baby didn’t have any issues with this formula. Others found their baby became a little bit constipated – but like all baby formulas, it depends on the baby.
Read a2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula Stage 1 reviews.
Aptamil Gold+ 1 has been used by many parents in the Tell Me Baby community. Some parents had gas issues; others said their baby guzzled this formula down.
One parent wrote: “She really loved the tastes, it was gentle on her tummy, and the price point isn’t too bad.”
Read Aptamil Gold+ 1 reviews.
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