Previously, I mentioned that I was transitioning to changing my son's formula milk. Why? Aside from it being expensive, one of my concerns is that he might grow up having a sensitive stomach. Since he was a newborn, though it was mixed feeding, his milk was Similac tummy care, which is for lactose intolerant. Nope, he isn't, but it was a long story that I had already shared.
How much is the savings?
Similac Tummicare
Eight hundred grams is $18.43; thus, buying a box of 1.6 kg would cost $62.60 or $15.65 each. I could save a few dollars.
At first, he would poop after feeding, and it was more watery. So, I would have him Similac Gain in the morning and Similac Tummicare at night. (I asked his Pedia if it's okay.)
Thankfully, after consuming a box, I purchased his tummy, which was adjusted well. That is when I decided to switch his milk entirely.
When I went to the drugstore to purchase, I learnt that it would be better to pick the 2400 grams. The price was $70.83 for six packs of 400 grams, which means it was reduced to $11.80. It might not be that huge, but for a Mom, figures matter.
Also, since Caleb is eight months old, it may be time to change his bath soap. I looked online, and after reading reviews, I bought this for $3.
Thus, when it was delivered, my concern was the fragrance. For me, it was too strong for him, so instead, he just used it to wash his bum. 🤣
What about Johnsons? It may be okay, so I got one.
I thought everything would be smooth, yet the next day, red spots that looked like insect bites appeared on his arms and thighs. This made me worried, as there are several cases of Hand, foot, and mouth disease in babies. To lessen the discomfort, I decided to apply a cream.
This, along with his regular lotion.
I kept monitoring and hoping it wouldn't blister as he doesn't yet have a vaccine for chicken pox. It somehow subsided yet reappeared on the other parts. (I chose not to upload a photo here as not everyone may like to see it.) It might be a milk allergy. I saw a Facebook reel talk about it, and the rashes look the same with my son. Upon checking the signs and symptoms with my best friend Google, I took a photo and sent it to his Pediatrician through my sister-in-law. He confirmed that....... NO, it wasn't after our short conversations.
What was the cause, then?
Did you change his bath or laundry soap? He asked.
Oh, could it be?
This is his current bath soap since he got a terrible rash last year. I started using it again to check.
Red spots started to disappear. Goodness, why was my son's skin so sensitive? I remembered my nieces were using a cheap brand of bar soap. It was fine at all.
The feeling that, I thought, but I don't have a choice for now. Perhaps he needed more time. Maybe next month when he is a year older. Consolation, at least I had save a penny for his milk, that could be used in buying his bath soap 🤣.
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Te Lhes! HAHAH i can relate, bigger milk can give you more savings in the future, mukha lang mahal pero it is worth it especially if you will be using it in the long run.
Back then our Milk was Nan Infipro, then nung nag six months ata we switched to Lactum nung she is taking solid foods na tapos Nido. Ngayon we are using Nestogen naman since the sugar kineme is quite small tsaka mas maraming nutrients. ( Hiyangan lang talaga din sa gatas )
For the bath we used Unilove din, ngayon yung Moosegear na ang gamit namin. For sabon, you can try Novas Soap sa Mercury Drug meron nyan hypo allergenic sya and yan ang reco ng pedia ni baby.
Yung lotion naman, Aveno dermaxia if kaya ng budget maganda sya.
We actually try to change his milk sa lactum noong six months siya but he kept on spitting. Ayon, awang away ang tatay so we decided to extend until one year.
Ayon nga Sabi nila, when it comes to milk si baby pa din mamimili.
Ang tapang Ng unilove at di madulas sa hair ,🤣.
I did use Aveeno too noong baby siya na grabe ang rashes. Pero mas mahal siya sa Cetaphil TP 🤣
Hahah sa true naman si bebi parin ang mamimili. Yung unilove matagal din naming naging shampoo kay Bebi the sabon Novas talaga hanggang sa makalimutan nalang bumili at napalitan na.
Ay hala grabe naman ang pagka sensitive ni bebi, parang need na magpunta sa derma pag ganyan.
Calmoseptine is da key lagi sa rashes hahah di mawawala sa bahay.
kaya nga, ako namahalan na sa tig P100 na soap, iyon pala sa anak ko, hahha.
Kaya pala matagal bago kmi na blessed, kasi kung lumabas to maaga, naku, wala pambili
You’ve been through quite the journey with Caleb’s care, and your adaptability and attention to detail shine through in how you’ve handled everything @lhes! It’s clear you’re putting so much thought into every decision to make sure he’s comfortable and thriving—no easy task, especially with sensitive skin and dietary changes in the mix.
The way you transitioned his formula so carefully, monitoring his reactions and consulting his pediatrician, shows how dedicated and resourceful you are. And you’re absolutely right—every penny saved counts when you’re balancing so many needs for your little one. Finding that balance between cost, quality, and Caleb’s health is an achievement in itself!
As for the soap, sensitive skin can indeed be tricky to manage, but it’s great that you caught the connection and switched back to what worked before. Babies seem to have their own little ways of keeping us on our toes, don’t they? Hopefully, as he grows older, his skin will toughen up a bit, and you’ll have more options to choose from without worry.
Your resilience and sense of humor are heartwarming, especially when you mention using the strong-scented soap for his bum. It’s a reminder that even in the whirlwind of motherhood, finding moments to laugh makes all the difference.
How are you feeling about everything now? Do you feel more at ease about the adjustments you’ve made for Caleb? You’re doing an amazing job, truly, @lhes. 💙
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Seeing him again in the emergency room back when he was a newborn is something I no longer wanted to happen. That is the reason why I was so careful in taking care of him as him getting sick gives me so much anxiety. It was so hard to bear for a first time Mom.
I was thankful my sister in-law is working at the hospital and I had an easy access with one of the best pediatrician there 😁.
Thinking, perhaps Caleb got his sensitive skin from me, my genes as we have history in G6PD. One of my nephew and sister was diagnosed.
I am fine now, it was more easier though tiring as infant was indeed so energetic.
Thank you so much for the response @silversaver888 , I appreciate it. Actually this community as I go through the journey of motherhood.
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Every baby is different. My sons have used Dove since infancy, as recommended by their pediatrician. They experience severe itching with fragrant or germicidal soaps. I hope Caleb is doing well. Ingat uso talaga HMFD and it's scary for babies.
Sa true iba-iba ang baby tapos depende parin sa weather ang labanan. Buti pa noon safeguard lang oks na ang lahat.
huy sinabi mo pa! Kami naman mabilad sa araw bungang araw lang, pulbos lang keri na! ngayong jusmio kung anu anu yung findings at resita! hahahah
Tender care lng P10 🤣
Oo nga, grabe kaba ko baka mamaya HMFD or chicken pox 😬.
Ay matry nga Yan Dove, baka maghiyang
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