Transition guide

Transition guide

Developed by healthcare professionals for parents, our LittleOak Transition Guide has been created to help support a gentle and gradual change to a new formula, with expert tips to help make the transition as smooth as possible for your little one.

Rather than making a sudden change, we recommend transitioning gradually over 6–8 days to help support your baby’s tummy and feeding routine during this time.

*We do not recommend mixing two formulas in the one bottle but to alternate feeds as you transition. 

This guide is specifically created for Canadian families moving from LittleOak to a new formula

Days 1–2
1 feed new formula + remaining feeds LittleOak

Days 3–4
2-3 feeds new formula + remaining LittleOak

Days 5–6
3-4 feeds new formula + remaining LittleOak

Days 7-8
If your little one is tolerating the change well, you can move to 100% of the new formula.
If not transitioning well, stay at the last step of the transition for a little longer. 

Transition tips 

  • Always prepare each formula exactly according to the instructions on the tin before combining.
  • Introducing the new formula in the morning feed can help you monitor how your baby responds throughout the day.
  • Try to keep other feeding routines consistent during the transition, including bottle type, feeding times, and settling routines.

What to expect

It’s completely normal to notice small changes in your baby’s poo colour, smell, or feeding patterns during a formula transition.

If you notice any of the following, we recommend speaking with your healthcare professional:

  • Frequent vomiting or ongoing discomfort
  • Watery diarrhoea or very hard stools
  • Refusal to drink the new formula
  • Any symptoms you are concerned about

Every baby is different, and some little ones may take a little longer to adjust than others.

Our CareTeam is also here to support you with any questions.
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LittleOak formula promises it’s quality and my twins have loved it. It has been so easy for their stomach, especially for one of my colicky babies. Thank you for a great quality product.

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When we transitioned to formula we were worried as our little bub struggled on formula, all anxiety is gone, he happily takes the bottle with no upset tummy and nothing but smiles.

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Little one absolutely loves it! So lucky to have found LittleOak.

Emma

New Zealand

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Top notch product for baby backed by a company with excellent customer service. At 7 months old now my baby boy is very satisfied after a bottle of LittleOak. Thank you.

Rikki

Australia

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LittleOak has been a lifesaver for our family, massively reduced our baby’s stomach issues and helped him sleep through the night. Highly recommend for parents seeking a gentle formula.

Jody

Australia

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William has now been on LittleOak for 3 months and we have found it very gentle on his stomach, particularly with the transition. Also found it doesn’t smell yucky like other formulas.

Mel

Australia

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