Mission

Protect, promote, and improve health and well-being for all who live, work, and play in San Joaquin County.

Tips for finding infant formula

• Contact several preferred stores to determine typical days and times of formula shipments throughout the week.
• Shop at different times of the day. Stores get shipments at different times of the day, so the shelves may be empty in the morning and stocked in the evening.
• Information for WIC Families on Infant Formula Availablity
• Non-WIC parents and caregivers who face a shortage should call their health care providers first to help them navigate infant formula options when supplies are scarce.
• Call your local food bank as donations of formula are welcomed there.
• Call 2-1-1 in San Joaquin County for help on local resources. You can also call their toll-free number at (800) 436-9997 or Visit https://211sj.org
• Consider using human milk from one of the following certified human milk banks: https://mothersmilk.org/ or https://uchealth.service-now.com/csp.
• If you need to substitute a formula brand, companies often provide comparison charts to identify the best choice.
  • Substitutions for Recalled Formulas
  • Similac Vs Enfamil: Baby Formula Comparison Chart | Enfamil
• Parents and caregivers are advised to follow formula instructions and NOT dilute formula or use homemade recipes for substitution as this can seriously harm a baby’s health. Call your healthcare provider for additional guidance as to a safe substitution if no formula from safe sources can be found near you.

Visit the CDPH Infant Formula web page for the latest information.

Additional Resources:

• Information for Families During the Formula Shortage | HHS.gov
• State Continues to Add Formula Choices for WIC Families | California Governor
• Become a Breast Milk Donor | Mothers’ Milk Bank
• How to avoid buying counterfeit infant formula
  • Attorney General Bonta encourages families and retailers to be on the lookout for unlawful activity, such as the sale of expired or recalled baby formula. If you have information on potential violations of the law, please report it at https://oag.ca.gov/report.