Are there any family day care home providers that are exempt from providing formula and foods to infants?
A. No. This memo applies to all CACFP-participating providers that care for infants from birth until their first birthday. Q. How many infant formulas does the provider need to offer? Does it matter if it is powdered, concentrated or ready-to-feed? A. The provider must offer one iron-fortified infant formula that meets the needs of at least one infant in care. It may be of any type. If the provider chooses a powdered or concentrated formula, the provider will be responsible for mixing the formula with water in the correct amounts. Q. Is there a list of approved formulas? A. No. All iron-fortified infant formulas are acceptable. Q. Do bottles and nipples need to be sanitized? A. Yes. Bottles and nipples are considered to be like other dishes and utensils used in meal service and must be washed, rinsed and sanitized between uses. Q. Can the provider ask the parent or guardian to supply the bottles for infant feeding? A. No. As with other items needed for meal service, the parent cannot b
