Something else for the country and the area to worry about. Senator Jack Reed says there is a severe shortage of baby formula in the country and it is a health concern. He has sent a letter to the Biden Administration seeking immediate action.
“This recent baby formula shortage is causing a lot of stress for new parents and it can be hard to find a specific brand at local stores. But the good news is there is plenty of baby formula to go around, we just need to get it to those in need. I want to ensure the federal government is doing its part, being proactive, and helping new moms and dads and solve this issue,” said Reed. “It can sometimes be challenging to track down the right brand of formula, especially for babies with allergies or sensitive stomachs. I know a lot of new parents are working together to help each other out. Whether it is shopping online or letting other parents know which store has which formula in stock, there are several ways to help ease this short term problem and take steps to ensure it doesn’t become a long-term issue.”
Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare are among the brands in short supply.
The Senator says that some of the ingredients in the formulas are in short supply.
The experts say they are hopeful that the short supply of formula will ease within the next several weeks.
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