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Accessible link: https://www.cdc.gov/cronobacter/infection-and-infants.

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PROTECT YOUR BABY


FROM CRONOBACTER
Cronobacter is a type of bacteria that can cause rare but serious
infections in infants. These bacteria are germs that can live in the
environment or in dry foods, such as powdered infant formula. In
most cases, it is safe to mix powdered infant formula following
the manufacturer’s instructions on the container.

If your baby is younger than 2 months old, was born prematurely, or has a weakened immune
system, you may want to take extra precautions to protect them from getting sick with Cronobacter:

Breastfeed if you can. Very few cases of Cronobacter infections


have been reported among babies fed only breast milk.

Clean, sanitize, and store feeding items safely, such as baby bottles and
breast pump parts. This helps prevent contamination with germs and keeps
the milk you feed your baby safe.

Clean and sanitize infant feeding items (such as nipples, caps, rings, and valves)
and breast pump parts in a dishwasher or a clean wash basin that you use only for
washing these supplies. Do not place these items directly in the sink because germs
in sinks or drains could contaminate them. Allow items to air-dry thoroughly and
store them in a clean, protected area.

If your baby is fed with formula:

Use liquid infant formula if possible because it is sterile (without germs)


and is less likely to spread Cronobacter infection when handled carefully.
Powdered formula is not sterile and may contain some germs.

If you use powdered infant formula, prepare and store it safely. Make sure your
formula is not expired and the container is in good condition (no dents, puffy ends,
MM/DD/YY
or rust spots). Keep lids and scoops clean, and close containers of formula as soon
as possible after using.

Keep powdered formula in the container dry to prevent germs from growing. Avoid
getting the formula scoop wet. There is no need to wash the scoop unless it becomes
wet or dirty (such as falling on the floor). If the scoop needs to be washed, clean it as
carefully as you would your baby’s bottles. The formula scoop must be completely
dry before putting it back into the container.
If your baby may be at higher risk, consider taking these extra steps to prepare your powdered
formula with hot water (at least 158°F/70°C):

STEP 1 Clean work surfaces such STEP 5


as countertops and sinks
with soap and water or Add the exact amount of
use a disinfectant wipe or formula listed on the container.
paper towel sprayed with
cleaning product.

STEP 2 STEP 6
Wash hands with
soap and water before Put a cap on the bottle and
preparing infant formula. shake to mix. Do not stir.

Cool the formula to body


STEP 3 STEP 7 temperature so it will not burn
Boil water and let your baby’s mouth. Hold the
it cool for about capped bottle under cool water
5 minutes. or place it in an ice bath. Do not
let the cooling water get into the
bottle or on the nipple.

STEP 4 STEP 8 Before feeding your baby,


test the formula’s temperature
Pour into a clean bottle by putting a few drops on
or feeding cup. your wrist. It should feel warm,
not hot.

Using and Storing Prepared Formula

2 hrs

Use prepared infant formula If your baby does not If you do not plan to start Throw out formula if you
within 1 hour from the start finish the entire bottle of feeding your baby with the can’t remember how long
of feeding and within 2 formula, throw away prepared formula right away, you have kept it in the
hours of preparing it. leftover formula. put it in the refrigerator refrigerator. Do not feed
immediately. Use formula it to your baby.
in the refrigerator within
24 hours.
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For more information visit CDC’s Cronobacter and Infants page.

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