Cow & Gate Stage 2 Follow-On Formula: Complete Bangladesh Guide for 6-12 Month Babies

As your baby hits the 6-month milestone and begins exploring solid foods, Cow & Gate Stage 2 Follow-On Formula provides the iron and nutrition your growing baby needs. Here is everything Bangladesh parents need to know about Cow & Gate Stage 2.

What Changed at 6 Months?

At 6 months, babies undergo a nutritional shift:

• Iron stores from birth begin to deplete — dietary iron becomes critical
• Solid foods introduce new textures, tastes, and allergens
• Formula remains the primary liquid nutrition source until 12 months
• Growth rate is rapid — brain development peaks in the first year

Why Cow & Gate Stage 2 for This Phase?

Cow & Gate Stage 2 (6-12 months) contains:

• Iron (1.2mg per 100ml): Double the amount in Stage 1 — fights anaemia and supports brain development
• GOS/FOS Prebiotics: Same gut-health prebiotics as Stage 1
• DHA & ARA: Omega-3 and Omega-6 for brain and eye development
• Calcium (80mg): Bone development as baby becomes more active
• Vitamin D (1.5mcg): Essential in Bangladesh where indoor babies get limited sun

Cow & Gate Stage 2 Price in Bangladesh

• 800gm tin: BDT 2,800–3,400

Buy original Cow & Gate Stage 2 at ShampoBD with nationwide cash-on-delivery.

Feeding Guide: 6-12 Month Baby

These are approximate guidelines. Follow your paediatrician's specific advice for your baby.

Common Questions About Stage 2 Formula

Can I use Stage 2 before 6 months?

No. Stage 2 formula contains higher iron and different nutrient ratios not appropriate for newborns. Always use Stage 1 for babies under 6 months.

Should I switch to Stage 2 exactly at 6 months?

You can switch to Stage 2 at 6 months. Some parents wait until 7-8 months — the transition timing is flexible within the 6-12 month window.

Can I mix Stage 1 and Stage 2?

No. Do not mix stages. When ready to transition, you can do a gradual changeover over 3-5 days by replacing one feed at a time.