Bellamy's Organic Formula

We used Bellamy's for our first born successfully and decided to use it again for our second. We had no problems up until they changed the formula just recently. Literally gave her the first bottle on the new formula and an hour later she's throwing up everywhere... Yeah, I think I'll bin the two other cans. Edit: tried adding just 1 scoop of the… Read more

new formula to the old formula (2 scoops old, 1 scoop new) and again, vommiting about an hour later. We have started to introduce another brand of formula instead, before we run out of our old can of Bellamy's, we have had no issues and will transition to this brand instead. Very sad, we were huge fans of Bellamy's!

Due to having a low supply we've been using Bellamy's Organic for 10.5 months now. I did previously use it with another child also. I love that it's Australian made, very disappointed that the Bellamy's sold to a Chinese company as Australian Owned is just as important as Australian Made but I digress. The new formulation for Stage 2 now contains… Read more

Sunflower and Canola Oil due to this we will no longer continue using this brand. The formula is $3 cheaper and now comes at 800g instead of 900g.

I really wanted this to work – Unfortunately after I gave birth, I soon realised that I was unable to sufficiently breast feed and after spending days with difficulties and an unsettled newborn I moved onto formula feeding. When I went in stores, this formula caught my eye straight away and after reading the tin and reading all the marvellous reviews I was so excited to give… Read more

this a try and had such high hopes. Within 4 weeks of sticking to this formula, my baby was in so much pain and was so unhappy. He absolutely loved the taste and had no problem drinking his bottles. He slept amazingly, was going for 3-4 hours between bottles. But he suffered from so much wind and had major problems trying to digest this formula. His poo stayed the right consistency and colour, but he strained so hard every time and went red in the face and screamed a lot. I knew it was the formula disagreeing with his digestive system. I knew this because after trying many colic treatments, soothing techniques, leg movements and seeking advice from health professionals, I moved him onto another formula (still cow milk) and he was much better. I also knew it was this formula because after 6 weeks being on the new formula, despite him no longer suffering, he was always so so hungry and it felt like the new formula was not sufficient or filling him. I tried giving him bigger bottles, but he was 8 and 9 weeks old feeding every 2 hours 24/7 on formula 150mls. So being exhausted and out of curiosity, I wanted to try Bellamy’s again and I hoped that maybe his digestive system had improved and would no longer be in pain. The first 2 days of trying Bellamy’s again, he absolutely loved his formula, drank with no complaints and straight away was sleeping better and would last 4-5 sometimes even 6 hours between bottles. I was so happy! But… on days 3 and 4 he was so constipated, became windy again and started screaming and going red in the face every time he pooped. He was in so much pain just like when he was first born and on this formula. I changed his formula to novalac colic and he has started going 3 (sometimes4) hours in between bottles. Not as long as Bellamys, but at least it’s better than 2 hours between each bottle. I really wanted this formula to work. I loved the look and the reviews and felt confident when buying this formula. But it just didn’t work for my little one. Every baby is different.

Our Baby loves it! Formula's are not the nirvana to solve digestion, reflux and colic issues – * Our baby enjoys drinking Bellamy's * Stools are wet and hold a solid shape (which is what you suppose to have) * If your baby's digestive system is immature (ie struggling to process cow milk protein) you may need to start on a different formula * I compare Munchkin, Nan-Comfort, A2, Aptimal Gold, Bellamy's and Aptimal Profutura and Bellamy's… Read more ·  1

came out top trumps for its nutritional value and a very high level of Probiotics. * Bellamy's is easy to get supply of, home delivery is very prompt. Woolworths, Coles and Chemist Warehouse in our area always seem to have it. * We have a baby has Reflux, We started on Aptimal Gold (which made our baby vomit, but had not released she had reflux), Tried Bellamy's, went to A2 and back to Bellamy's when we starting giving our baby Losec for Reflux * For those doing a bake off we went to A2 as our baby could not initially process Bellamy's (she was two weeks premature). A2 is also really good, although it does have a slighty fishy smell (that I did not mind, but read others are really troubled by it), we rinsed our bottles immediately after use to limit the smell. * A2 and Bellamy's are easy to make/mix, although I did notice I had to shake my bottle for longer with A2 to get it mixed properly. * Our baby was born at 39 weeks, and we felt she struggled to process Bellamy's initially. * We went to A2 which shifted stool from being wet and solid to soft through to lacking shape and loose. * Once we start Losec (which give the babies the side effect of Diarrhea) we went back to Bellamy's which was a better combination for our little one. * Our Paediatrician recommended Nan Comfort, but it has a lot less Omega 3/6, less nutrients and no probiotics which drove us to go back to Bellamy's * We learnt that Formula's are not the solution to solving your baby's Colic, Reflux or other issues. Seek Paediatrician advice if you suspect your baby has reflux as EVERY BABY IS DIFFERENT. What worked for my partner's sisters, DID NOT work for us * For gas our Paediatrician suggested Infant's Friend or Infocol * We have learnt your bottle and teat systems can make a massive difference. Move to the age appropriate teat system as soon as possible, using younger age group teats can bring on more gas issues. * If your baby can not process Bellamy's start on something like Aptamil® AllerPro SYNEO™ 1, Nan Comfort and some of the top OB's out of Melbourne suggest Aptimal's Lactose free formula * Key learning do not be afraid to try formula's, most formula are made of cow's milk. They are all subtly different and keep going until you find something that works. * You will need to go through at least 4 cans of a formula to get a sense if it works for your little one * When you do try make sure Bellamy's is at the top of your list

We've tried a lot of them, and this one is the favourite - too bad it's not easy to get – I mix-fed from day one, then continued with exclusive formula feeding after 7 months of my baby's life. We had to try various brands because she stopped liking each one's taste after a while. In the end, we settled on this one alternating with A2. I like them both but this is my favourite because it dissolves very well in cold milk too. My baby… Read more ·  2

will only have cold milk, so it's really helpful to not have to mess around with clumps of formula stuck in the bottle. I also find the 60ml scoop handy because I can prepare it in a 260ml Avent bottle - it fits well with the powder + 240ml of milk. With the A2 I can only fill it to 200, otherwise, if I do 250ml, the powder doesn't fit on top in the bottle. She's had no reactions whatsoever.

The reason I rated it 4 stars instead of 5 is that it's hard to come by. National Pharmacies where I normally buy it from, has been out of stock for weeks. I know I can order from the website but because I'm a National Pharmacies member, it's a lot cheaper to buy from them.

Happy Baby – I’v been using Bellamy from stage 1 now to stage 3. Little problem while on stage 2 because not dissolving properly, but stage 3 have no problem at all. Happy baby, Happy Mom Show details ·  1

Perfect for a fussy baby – Our little angel is a fussy girl when it came to trying formula. Finally found one that works for her. She absolutely loves it and it’s great on her tummy. No pains no wind at all. Really great formula. Show details

Stage 2 hard to dissolve – Hi, I found that stage 2 formula is hard to dissolve. I use the same temperature as stage 1, but for stage 2 it left quiet a lot of undissolved of milk powder Show details ·  1

Won't be buying ever again! Was recommended this as I wanted organic, but this has caused my baby to have severe stomach cramps, and having to really strain to poo, his poos were suddenly rock hard. All in only 2 days of use! Will be going back to Nan Comfort. Show details

Awful – Since we changed to Bellamy, my bub started getting gassy, had a sore tummy and vomiting daily. It also caused rashes here and there. He is usually good with any formula but this. Show details

Ok formula. Australian small business that sold its soul – Ok formula. Nothing special to warrant the extra price. Found their customer service staff to be quite rude. Not what i'd expect from a company started in Australia. Also, the only company that doesn't offer discounts for parents of multiple births. When asked if they do gave an excuse and ignored follow-up emails. Eight other companies do and… Read more

understand the added pressure for parents with twins/triplets.

Will opt for premium brands that offer deals that are 20-30% cheaper than Bellamy's discounted price. Would happily pay the difference if Bellamy's at least showed they cared about Australian families and had decent customer service staff.

Horrible- Caused mouth blisters – Got this recently for my daughter and it caused mouth blisters on her toungue and Feet. She was upset and found difficult to sleep. Discarded this junk in bin. Love Natura organic. Show details

Not what it used to be! – I’m a mother of 3! This product used to be my go to! My first son back in 2018 loved this formula. I had read reviews that they have changed the recipe. My newborn currently hates this formula. He has been screaming and very gassy/colic like. Two of my other friends with newborns are experiencing the same issues! It’s not the same :( Show details

Love It! Great Formula! – We started with a different formula first organic as well however their delivery was spottty. We switched to Bellamy and found that it mixes better and baby seemed to like it better as well. Bub is thriving on it. Just turned two months old and he is growing so fast. Highly recommend Bellamy stage one. The Romans Show details ·  1

Horrible formula – My 6 month old needs top ups along with breastfeeding and this formula caused horrible diarrhoea! I have tried other formulas before with no issues but wanted to change to organic. I definitely won't be using again. Show details

Great formula but dangerous packaging – I have been using this formula since day 1, my baby is now 4 months and have never had an issue. However…. I keep slicing my fingers open on the metal seal when opening a new tub! Perhaps they could use some safer packaging. Show reply

Shocking found hair and bark in tins – Don't use this brand. I found a hair and a piece of bark in 2 different tins. Will not be feeding this to my baby anymore.

Unfortunately, not for us – My friends bub is on Bellamy’s and they absolutely love it but it wasnt for us. It made my mixed fed baby extremely windy to the point that he would scream in pain for hours and was NEVER EVER like this before- ever on other formulas we had tried. I understand that it takes a while for babies to get used to a new formula but I couldn’t do the… Read more

screaming for any longer than 2 days. I swapped him to another formula and it stopped immediately. I also wanted to add that your responses to your customers on this website turned me off so badly- gas lighting and blaming them for their babies not agreeing with your formula. It all comes across as quite unprofessional.

Explosive poo! – Home midwife recommended me to top our new born up with formula. We wanted to use organic and thought Bellamy’s is a good brand. Unfortunately after 5 days our baby was pooing up to 20 times a day, become dehydrated and was hospitalised. After bloods, urine, stool sample and even lumbar puncture they couldn’t find out what it was. She was treated… Read more

with anti biotics and fluids. In hospital she was given nan supreme. When we were discharged home we went to give her a bottle of Bellamy’s, not long after explosive watery poo. We then bought nan supreme and no problems. It might just be our child but it’s hard to say.

The best formula on the market – I am a mum of 4 and all my babies have been formula fed so to say I have tried every formula is not even an exaggeration. Many formulas made my babies constipated and a friend recommended this and wow so easy to make, baby poops frequently and gaining weight. No issues at all. Initially I was also mix feeding with my recent newborn (breastmilk and this formula) and bubs had no issues with that either. Show details ·  1

Digestive discomfort – We tried this formula for our 6w old after our usual was unavailable and have had the worst week. It was so hard for her to digest with her arching her back and straining all night. We took her to a lactation consultant at the hospital we were advised to immediately switch to Nan Comfort or Aptamil Gold and within 24hrs noticed a change. Apparently too much protein for young babies. Show details

Definitely great – Before we got Bellamy, our little one was on another formula which was causing him to have flatulence. He is not getting the same issue with Bellamy and absolutely loves it. I could highly recommend that to anyone who is looking for a great formula. Show details ·  1

Too much spit out – As it’s mentioned organic, I switched to this formula and I noticed too much spit out and I had to stop the formula immediately as baby was not able to sleep and very restless. Never recommend this formula. Show details

Won't be buying again – My baby took to the formula, but would spit a bit during feeds. After 2 weeks of using formula and increasing dosing I noticed she had a lot of gas and stomach pains and was throwing up, sometimes projectile vomiting. The gas was very foul smelling, and she was unable to be settled! It was quite distressing. I decided to switch formulas and almost… Read more

instantly did i notice an improvement! Unfortunately this formula was not suited to my daughter, and I am annoyed at myself that I didn't bin it earlier! Disappointing.

DO NOT BUY! – My poor baby experienced some of the worst tummy pains after this formula. I have never heard him scream like that before. He was awake all night in pain. They talk about being easy to digest but I don’t think that’s true. I would invest in a better formula Show details

Will never buy again – My baby experienced tummy problems and became VERY irritable during the night after having this formula for about 4-5 days. Switched formulas and now he is a happy baby again. Show details

Colic, Gas , Constipation, Spitout – I bought the product after a friend highly recommended it. Unfortunately I read reviews of recent changes quite late. My baby constantly constipated, started passing foul smelling gas , constantly cried with pain in tummy. GP recommended a different formula and stop this one. Now my baby is fine. Definitely I would not recommend this to anyone. I unnecessarily stocked up two extra bottles that will now go to rubbish. Show details