Holle Cow Formula

Holle is a leading organic baby food and formula manufacturer based in Germany. All of their formulas are certified European organic and many also hold the Demeter label which is the most strict organic certification worldwide. The Holle cow milk formula range is extensive, with options based on regular cow's milk, and A2 cow's milk intended to meet your little one's nutritional needs from infancy into toddlerhood!

Holle is dedicated to providing clean simple recipes with minimally processed ingredients while remaining committed to environmental sustainability. You can feel confident in using the brand Holle to feed your baby because all of their formulas are free of GMOs, artificial preservatives, and added sugars. Moreover, raw ingredients are grown without the use of synthetic chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

Holle goes to great lengths to ensure your baby has the best start in life. Did you know that they offset the CO2 emissions that occur during formula production? This climate-positive practice reflects their dedication to ensuring a bright future for the next generation.

Keep reading to learn more about the values and history of the Holle brand, and how they ensure the safety of their products. Plus, take a closer look at the ingredients used in their products, the different types of Holle formulas that we offer, and convenient answers to some commonly asked questions about their cow milk baby formula!

Holle History

Holle is a world-renowned producer of organic baby formula and food with an impressive 85-year history behind them. Established in 1933 in Arlesheim, Switzerland, Holle has a long-standing legacy as a pioneer in the organic baby food field. In fact, Holle was one of the first companies to obtain the Demeter organic seal on their products!

At Holle, baby formula is manufactured using a holistic approach. This helps ensure the welfare of babies, but also our environment, the workers involved in the production process, and animals! To rise to such high standards of excellence, rigorous safety measures are implemented to guarantee the best quality nutrition of their products.

Why Choose Holle Organic Formula?

As a parent, you want the best for your baby. That's why when it comes to feeding your child, you want to make sure you're giving them top-notch nutrition. Holle understands the importance of clean ingredients. That’s why the milk in their formulas is sourced from cows raised on organic and biodynamic farms that prioritize animal welfare practices.

In terms of composition, you can feel confident knowing your baby's formula was created using chemical-free agricultural practices and contains no GMOs. Holle aims to keep their products as pure as possible which is why they skip out on more controversial ingredients like added sugars or artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives. With Holle, you can be sure you’re giving your baby the best nutrition, with none of the worries!

Holle Formula Production and Quality Assurance

Holle sources their raw ingredients from biodynamic and organic farms, and whenever possible these ingredients are sourced regionally. Holle has established trusting relationships with their farmers which helps them to maintain ingredient traceability and safety.

Holle strives to cultivate their ingredients without exploiting animals or the environment. Instead, they prioritize quality and biodiversity over quantity and monocultures. They also prohibit the use of growth stimulants and for their Demeter-quality ingredients, they use organic compost as a natural fertilizer.

Once raw ingredients are obtained, they are handled delicately and processed gently to preserve their beneficial natural qualities. Holle formulas are manufactured on the border between Germany and Switzerland, with the packaging taking place in Austria.

Holle is dedicated to ensuring quality and products are tested and monitored from the farm to delivery. They perform analyses for residues and check raw ingredients and final products for contaminants. You'll be happy to know that in Europe, products for little ones 3 years of age or under are subject to special contaminant checks and must meet stricter limits than conventional products.

Holle Formula Ingreidents

Holle organic baby formula is made from organic milk which is then enriched with vegetable oils, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals to meet the nutritional needs of your growing baby. Their organic formula is free of GMOs, added sugars, preservatives, and artificial flavors.

To provide your little one with the energy needed to grow and flourish, these formulas contain vital carbohydrates. In each of their formulas, you'll find organic lactose, and depending on the version and stage of the formula, there may be complementary carbohydrates added such as organic starch or maltodextrin.

If you're interested in learning more about the specific ingredients of a certain formula, please visit the product page on our website!

Formula Stages

In case you're still a newbie to European formula, it comes in different stages to reflect the natural changes in breast milk throughout nursing to best suit babies' changing nutritional needs. Infant formula is for babies 0 - 6 months, follow-on formula is for babies 6+ months to 10+ or 12+ months depending on the brand, and toddler formula is for little tots 12 months and up!

Holle Cow's Milk Formulas

If you're a fan of traditional cow's milk-based formulas, you'll be glad to hear that Holle produces two different organic formula ranges based on cow's milk: a standard organic cow's milk range and an A2 organic cow's milk range which we'll discuss more in depth below!

Standard Cow Milk Formula

The standard Holle cow formula holds the Demeter certification for stages PRE through 4 and is made with a base of skimmed cow milk. Demeter farmers allow their cows to roam more freely, they are fed only organic feed, and cruel dehorning practices are prohibited.

Holle Cow's Milk Formula Stages Include:

- Holle Stage PRE Infant Formula (0 to 6 months)

- Holle Stage 1 Infant Formula (0 to 6 months)

- Holle Stage 2 Follow-On Formula (6+ months)

- Holle Stage 3 Follow-On Formula (10+ months)

- Holle Stage 4 Toddler Formula (12+ months)

Holle A2 Organic Formula

Holle's A2 organic formula is an alternative to standard cow's milk-based formula and may be better tolerated by little one's with sensitive digestive systems. Most of the standard cow's milk today is comprised of A2 and A1 milk proteins.

However, at one point, all cows produced only A2 milk until a gene mutation caused the introduction of A1 milk. When A1 milk is digested, it releases a bioactive fragment known as BCM-7 which may cause non-beneficial bodily effects. Holle's A2 milk formula contains a unique blend of milk proteins sourced from specially selected cows that naturally produce milk with only the A2 protein and no A1 proteins.

This A2 milk doesn't release BCM-7 when broken down and thus, may be more gentle on your baby's tummy. No matter which milk you opt for, standard or A2, they taste the same and contain all the important nutrients that your baby needs!

Holle A2 Cow's Milk Formula Stages Include:

- Holle Stage 1 Infant Formula (0 to 6 months)

- Holle Stage 2 Follow-On Formula (6+ months)

- Holle Stage 3 Follow-On Formula (10+ months)

Why Choose Holle Formula?

We appreciate Holle's formula because of the simple carefully chosen organic and biodynamic ingredients. This brand excels in preserving the natural qualities of its raw ingredients through minimal processing. They also provide peace of mind to parents thanks to their rigorous safety testing and quality assurance protocols.

If you're on the hunt for a formula with chemical and hormone-free agricultural processes, that is environmentally sustainable and has high animal welfare standards, then look no further. We're confident that these Holle formulas are of the highest quality and provide a safe and healthy choice for your family!

FAQ

Got some questions still? Many parents wonder about the following points but you'll have your questions answered in no time. Keep reading to learn more about Holle baby formulas!

Why is Holle formula the best?

Holle is a leading producer of organic formula for babies and toddlers. Their formula uses organic and biodynamic ingredients and many of their products hold both an EU organic and Demeter certification. You can rest assured their formula is free from added sugar, artificial preservatives, flavorings, and GMOs. Plus, raw ingredients are grown without the use of synthetic chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

How do I prepare Holle formula?

When preparing baby formula, it's important to follow instructions precisely as improper preparation or storage may result in health issues due to bacteria growth.

1. Boil fresh drinking water and let it cool to a temperature of approximately 40°-50° C / 104-122° F. Then, add half of the required water to the bottle.

2. Using the enclosed measuring spoon, fill it with the advised amount of formula powder and add it to the bottle. Securely close the bottle and shake it thoroughly.

3. Finally, add the remaining water and shake it again.

4. The bottle should then be cooled to a drinking temperature of approximately 37° C / 98.6° F and tested on your hand before feeding it to your baby.

Is Holle cow formula sold in the USA?

Holle isn't available in stores in the US but you can still get it! We provide fast and secure shipping to the US so you can enjoy Holle's delicious and nutritious products right in your own home.

What country is Holle cow milk from?

All Holle formulas are manufactured on the border between Germany and Switzerland, with the packaging taking place in Austria.