10 Best Baby Milk Formulas 2024 | UK Paediatrician Reviewed

Kendamil is the only company on our list that produces its baby milk formula in Britain, using full cream milk sourced from the Lake District. Plus, this recipe is free from palm oil and fish oil so you can rest assured that this is a pure, healthy, and absolutely vegetarian formula for your little one. 

We've given you the choice of one or two 900g containers, which is pretty exceptional value for money, either way, especially considering that each tub will yield about 29 bottles. As this baby milk is vegetarian society approved and packed with goodness, we knew it had to take the top spot. Kendamil is even popular with the Royal Family.

This soy formula by SMA is nutritionally complete, halal, lactose-free, and suitable for vegetarians. Plus, it can be mixed with suitable foods when you start to wean your baby.

It's around the same price as a tub of cow's milk formula too, so you're not spending more for the sake of ethics. This formula is beneficial for your baby, your bank balance, animals, and the environment: a really brilliant product! 

An extensively hydrolysed, hypoallergenic formula, perfect for babies with mild to moderate milk allergies, Nutramigen is a soothing cow's milk formula that has broken down milk proteins, meaning your baby's immune system will no longer perceive it as a threat.

As babies who are allergic to cow's milk are also more susceptible to other kinds of allergies as they grow older, this hypoallergenic formula will keep your little one happy and healthy from now on!

Born right here in Britain is Kendamil's stage 1 baby formula, which is suitable for use with newborns. Setting themselves apart, this unique formula contains no fish oil, no palm oil and is as nutritionally complete as you can get.

First infant milk is vegetarian society approved with DHA and ARA for healthy development, as well as prebiotics to encourage healthy digestion. In fact, Kendamil is a popular choice with the Royal Family!

If you've been using formula since your baby was born, then you'll know how much they can get through! To help you out, we've included this wonderful multipack deal. It contains 6 x 800g packs of Cow & Gate's popular drink, which should yield around 170 bottles in total.

Not only are these tubs great value for money, but we can't fault the formula either. Enriched with iron, calcium, and vitamin D, it supports cognitive development and bone growth. We wholeheartedly believe that this product is worth buying in bulk! But just in case you only want the one, our Boots link gives you that option.

The main selling point of this follow-on formula by SMA is the added iron. Babies with a lower iron count can develop more slowly than their peers, both mentally and physically. This product is therefore a simple way to make sure that your little one won't encounter these issues later in life.

Iron-rich products can cause constipation in some babies, so you'll want to avoid this formula if your little one has existing digestive issues. Otherwise, it's a budget-friendly option that's packed with nutrients.

This classic cow's milk formula is not only enriched with DHA and ARA but also contains vitamins D, C, and A. These nutrients will help your baby grow steadily and healthily, all while boosting their immune system.

This formula is suitable for babies from zero to six months of age and is designed to be easily digestible for newborn stomachs. However, it does contain lactose, so it may not be easily digestible for everyone. Nonetheless, the formula's components aimed specifically towards newborns make it a great choice for those seeking specialised nutrition for their baby.

Ready to serve whenever your baby gets hungry, this pack of 200 ml bottles from Aptamil is perfect for families who need a convenient option on hand. It's suitable as a source of nutrition for babies that are 0-6 months and as part of a weaning diet for infants ages 6-12 months. 

As we've mentioned before, these liquid formulas are unfortunately not as economical as powdered products, so you'll be paying more per feed - but this product will be very useful when you're out all day without access to fresh water.

SMA's lactose-free baby formula is nutritionally complete, so your infant won't miss out on anything they need to grow and thrive. This product can be used from birth and contains fish oils, which are a fantastic source of Omega 3.

It's a shame that this product is only available in the rather small container size of 400g, compared to cow's milk formulas which usually come in bigger tubs. Still, it's very affordable considering the high quality of the ingredients.

First up, here's a ready-to-feed drink from one of the UK's best-known baby food manufacturers. It contains extra casein, which is the main protein in cow's milk, so it'll keep your little one fuller for longer.

While 80p doesn't initially sound too expensive for a single serving, each bottle is only 200ml and it'll add up fast when you consider the amount of milk your baby will get through each day!