We are aware of the current baby formula shortage right now and know that this can be very frustrating trying to find nutrition for your baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics has some tips that may be useful during this time. Please read about it here and reach out to us if you have any questions.
Here are some resources that might help you find formula:
Community Resources
- Harvard T.H Chan School of Health - Navigating infant formula shortages
- United Way’s 2-1-1 - Dial 2–1-1 to be connected to a community resource specialist affiliated with United Way who may be able to help you identify food pantries and other charitable sources of local infant formula and baby food.
- Feeding America - Call your local food bank to ask whether they have infant formula and other supplies in stock.
- Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA): Certain HMBANA-accredited milk banks are distributing donated breast milk to mothers in need; please note that some may require a prescription from a medical professional. Find an HMBANA-accredited milk bank.
Manufacturer Hotlines
- Gerber’s MyGerber Baby Expert - Reach a certified nutrition or lactation consultant by phone, text, Messenger, web chat, or video call, who can help you identify a similar formula that may be more readily available.
- Abbott’s Consumer Hotline: call 1-800-986-8540
- Abbott’s urgent product request line for specialty formulas - Ask your OBGYN or your infant’s pediatrician to submit an urgent product request by downloading and completing the form
- Reckitt’s Customer Service line: Call 1-800 BABY-123 (222-9123)