PKU squeezie™

Who is PKU squeezie for?

PKU squeezie is for babies with PKU from 6 months of age and is suitable for many of the childhood years. Your dietitian will advise on when PKU squeezie is no longer suitable and when it is best for your child to change to another protein substitute.

Why does my dietitian want my child to try PKU squeezie?

At around 6 months of age, it is important for babies to start introducing solid food, often called weaning. As well as helping them get all of the nutrition they need to grow, weaning helps babies progress their oral skills which support chewing and language development. PKU squeezie is a second stage protein substitute that can be introduced alongside your baby’s phenylalanine-free infant formula at around 6 months of age. As it contains all of the nutrients (without phenylalanine) that your baby needs now, and over the next few years, and it is a texture suitable for use when weaning, it is ideal for trying at this stage.

How much PKU squeezie does my child need?

The amount of PKU squeezie your baby or child needs will depend on a variety of factors including their age, weight and PKU control. Initially, they may only need a very small amount which will likely increase as they grow. Your dietitian will advise exactly how much PKU squeezie your child will need each day.

How do I use PKU squeezie?

PKU squeezie is easy to use….

Squeeze the pouch with the cap still on to mix the contents
Take off the cap and squeeze directly on to a spoon
Consume from the spoon

As children get a bit older they may prefer to take PKU squeezie straight from the pouch instead of from a spoon. This makes it really easy to use; particularly when out and about.

Remember water or another permitted drink should be taken straight after taking PKU squeezie.

What flavour is PKU squeezie?

PKU squeezie is available in an apple and banana flavour. The flavourings used are all natural so that it is suitable to use from 6 months of age.

Visit the Vitafriends Explorers Club.

Visit the Vitafriends Explorers Club, an education programme to help support your family as you begin your PKU journey.

Designed to complement the information provided by your dietitian, here you will find age specific information to help you manage the low phe diet.

As your child grows up, there are plenty of fun, educational materials which can be used to help them understand their diet and appreciate the importance of good dietary management.

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^{PKU squeezie™ is a food for special medical purpose, and should be used under medical supervision.}