You may not have heard of MFGM, and that’s okay! In this article you’ll learn why Enfamil includes meaningful MFGM and how it supports your baby’s brain development.
From the very beginning, parents and caregivers are baby’s first source of nutrition—through thoughtful meals, prenatal vitamins, and every nurturing choice. Breast milk is an incredible foundation, naturally containing MFGM (Milk Fat Globule Membrane), a nutrient naturally found in breast milk that supports brain development, immune health, and more.
Every feeding journey is different. For families who nourish their babies with formula, Enfamil Neuropro® has MFGM, which may have benefits to babies who are formula-fed. That way, especially for parents who combo feed, MFGM can be part of the picture either way—whether through breast milk or formula, you're helping give your baby science-driven nutritional support.
Think of MFGM as a special package that transports fats and proteins throughout the body where they can be used for growth and function.
In milk, there are tiny fat bubbles called fat globules. These bubbles have a special outer layer made of proteins and fats called MFGM (Milk Fat Globule Membrane). The proteins in this layer are important because they help the bubbles stay stable and float evenly in the milk—kind of like how soap helps oil mix with water.
These MFGM proteins also stick out a little bit from the fat bubble, which helps keep the bubbles from clumping together. This is similar to how other proteins in milk (like caseins) help keep everything mixed. On top of that, the proteins in MFGM have special jobs that help the body, especially the brain, belly, and immune system.
Mead Johnson, the maker of Enfamil, has spent the past 120 years leading innovation in baby nutrition worldwide, and we’re proud to have been the first leading formula brand in the United States to focus on MFGM.
We may not wear capes, but our teams work hard to give your baby what they need to grow into their full potential and to give you the confidence to keep being their hero. That’s why we continue to invest in world-class research, carefully selected ingredients, and formulas backed by decades of data and dedication.
Whether you’re bottle-feeding, breastfeeding, or doing a little of both—you’re already doing something amazing in striving to give your child the best possible start in life.
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As with most things, practice makes perfect—and rest assured, you’ll get plenty of diaper-changing practice those first couple of years. In no time you’ll be a pro and be able to tackle your baby’s diaper with confidence. For more tips and resources on all things baby, including nutrition and feeding, be sure to join Enfamil Family Beginnings®. Enjoy up to $400 in savings, plus exclusive rewards, support, and surprises.
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