Your little one is growing fast, and their nutrition has to keep up! 🚀

Once kiddos hit that one-year mark, their nutrition needs start to change. For example, from infancy 👶🏻 to when they reach their first birthday 🎂, they may need:

Our Neocate toddler formulas are specifically designed to meet the changing nutritional needs of toddlers and older children.

Your toddler deserves the best!

Neocate® Junior Unflavored & Neocate® Syneo Junior are rated the #1 best tasting unflavored amino acid-based formulas – They are the perfect next step from our infant Neocate formulas 🍼.

• Hypoallergenic, amino acid-based formulas
• Unflavored
• Contain no artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners
• Dairy free

Learn more about Neocate Junior, Unflavored.

Learn more about Neocate Syneo Junior.

Let’s be honest – Toddlers get bored fast!

When your little one is ready for a little flavor variety, Neocate Junior is also available in Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry flavors (our Neocate Neapolitan trio!).

Learn more about Neocate® Junior, Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry.

Toddlers are busy – Neocate® Splash Junior can keep up!

For outings, daycare/school, or just busy days, ready-to-drink Neocate Splash Junior is easy-to-pack and ready-to go!

• Ready-to-feed – No mixing or measuring, just toss in your bag and go! 🎒
• Kid-friendly drink box – Can be sipped with a straw or poured into a sippy cup 🥤
• Provides complete nutrition – Interchangeable with Neocate Junior powder formulas ⚖️
• Available in Unflavored, Vanilla, Orange-Pineapple, Tropical Fruit, and Grape flavors

Learn more about Neocate Splash Junior.

🥤Request a free sample of our Neocate toddler formulas!

Talk to your child’s doctor about transitioning to one of our Neocate toddler formulas.

Request a free sample!

👧Toddler Formula Transition Tips:

Most little ones do just fine moving from an amino acid-based infant formula to Neocate toddler formulas, but if your child’s a bit more sensitive to change, a slower transition can really help.

Check out our Transition Tips.

🛡️Need help getting your child’s Neocate toddler formula covered by your insurance, WIC, or Medicaid?

Nutricia Navigator is ready to help with this!

🛒Ready to purchase a Neocate toddler formula?

Neocate Junior, Neocate Syneo Junior, and Neocate Splash Junior are available from Neocate.com or Amazon. Neocate Junior Unflavored is also available in select Walmart locations.

Visit our Where-to-Buy page to find purchase options. 

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Neocate Junior Unflavored and Neocate Syneo Junior: Top taste choice for 73% of parents

82% of parents feel more confident giving their child a good-tasting Amino-Acid formula

Between 69.5% and 75% of parents think that Neocate Junior Unflavored and Neocate Syneo Junior have a creamy taste

Experience the taste difference for yourself. Try Neocate Junior Unflavored and Neocate Syneo Junior today!

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We changed the name from Neocate Nutra to Neocate Spoon to better reflect its spoonable texture and purpose for families and healthcare professionals. The formula has not changed – only the name and packaging for clarity. 

Has the product code changed? 

No. The product code remains 66739.

Has the reimbursement information changed? 

No. The reimbursement and HCPCS codes have not changed, and calories per can remain the same. 

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We changed the name from Neocate Nutra to Neocate Spoon to better reflect its spoonable texture and purpose for families and healthcare professionals. The formula has not changed – only the name and packaging for clarity. 

Will I need a new order from my doctor for Neocate Spoon? 

Although product codes have not changed, check with your supplier to confirm if a new order is needed due to the name change. 

Will this change impact the price I pay? 

No. The price will remain the same. 

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We added “Junior” to clarify that this ready-to-feed formula is for ages 1 year and older and to align with Neocate Junior powders. The name change reinforces that liquid and powder options are nutritionally interchangeable. 

Has the age range for Neocate Splash Junior changed? 

No. It remains nutritionally complete for ages 1 year and older. 

Will this change impact the price I pay? 

No. The price will remain the same. 

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As you may be aware, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) changed their guidance on the energy (calorie) declaration for soluble fibers as a result of updated scientific evidence. Previously, soluble fibers were declared as 4 kcal/g, however the revised guidance states soluble fibers should be declared as 2 kcal/g. Therefore, you will see the declared calories per can have decreased across all Neocate Junior with prebiotics products. As a result of this decrease, most of the nutrient values per 100 kcals have been updated. 

Did the amount of fiber per can/serving change? 

No. The total amount of fiber remains the same; only the calorie calculation from soluble fiber changed. 

Can I see a comparison of the old nutrient label to the new nutrient label? 

You can view the comparison at this link. https://www.nutricialearningcenter.com/globalassets/pdfs/gi-allergy/2025-neocate-junior-with-prebiotics-nutrient-comparison-charts_online.pdf  

Have the product codes changed? 

No, the product codes have not changed.  

• Vanilla: 133282 

• Strawberry: 133280 

• Chocolate: 133283 

Has the reimbursement information changed? 

The reimbursement and HCPCS codes have not changed. However, total calories per can have decreased per SKU: 

* At standard dilution 

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We are implementing FDA guidance on how calories from soluble fibers are calculated. This results in a slight decrease in calories per can and minor adjustments to nutrient values per 100 kcal. These changes are not due to a formulation change. 

Did the amount of fiber per can/serving change? 

No. The total amount of fiber remains the same; only the calorie calculation from soluble fiber changed. 

Will this change impact the price I pay? 

No. The price will remain the same. 

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No. The formulation remains the same. 

Will this change impact the price I pay? 

No. The price will remain the same. 

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No. The formulation remains the same. 

Have the product codes changed? 

No, the product code remains 127048. 

Has the reimbursement information changed? 

No. The reimbursement and HCPCS codes have not changed, and the total calories per can remain the same. 

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“Normal” Baby Poop:

Parents often worry about their newborn’s stool. What exactly is “normal”? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, as what’s normal for one baby may not be for another.

Color, consistency, and frequency of poop can differ. The type of feeding, either breast milk or formula, matters as well. When babies first start a hypoallergenic formula, it may take up to two weeks for their tummies to adjust and to find their “new normal.” Remember, occasional poop changes are healthy, especially when a baby starts eating solid food. Keep an eye out for sudden changes in your baby’s bowel habits and don’t be afraid to reach out to your healthcare provider with any concerns.

Below are some general guidelines to help you better understand poopy diapers.

Color and Consistency:

Breastfed Babies

Exclusively breastfed babies typically have light mustard yellow poop with seed-like specks. The consistency of these stools can range from loose and runny to very soft.

Formula-fed Babies 

Babies on standard (milk or soy-based) infant formula usually have tan or yellow stools. These stools are often firmer than those of a breastfed baby, with consistency similar to peanut butter.

Babies on Extensively Hydrolyzed Formulas (like Pepticate!)

Infants on a hypoallergenic extensively hydrolyzed formula (eHF) typically have poop that is often light brown or yellow in color.

Babies on Amino Acid-Based Formulas (Neocate® Infant)

Stools may be green or dark green if a baby is on an amino acid-based hypoallergenic formula such as Neocate Infant. The consistency of these stools is often pasty (think peanut butter), sometimes loose and watery, or occasionally formed and hard. The green color and pasty consistency are thought to be due to the way children absorb and digest this formula.

Important Considerations:

Blood in the stool is NOT typical, regardless of what your baby is drinking or eating. If you see red in the diaper or the stool looks black, contact your doctor immediately. These may be signs of a food allergy. Some mucus in the stool is normal, but a lot of mucus over an extended period can also signal a food allergy. If this happens, please contact your doctor.

Quick Reference Guide by Color:

Frequency:

The frequency of baby poop can vary. Some newborns may have a bowel movement after each feeding, while others may go once a day or even once every two days. During the first weeks of life, until you learn your baby’s bowel habits, it’s common advice to call the doctor if your baby goes for three or more days without a bowel movement. Although infrequent stools usually aren’t cause for concern, if accompanied by discomfort, hard stools, or straining, be sure to contact your child’s healthcare provider.

Keep in mind that at times, newborn stools may be soft and slightly runny, making it difficult to tell if they have diarrhea. Look for a significant increase in frequency or an extremely liquid bowel movement. Diarrhea can cause dehydration, so call the doctor at the first sign of it.

That’s It?

We’d love to say that these are all the questions we get about diapers, but we’ve only scratched the surface! If you don’t find your answer here, please ask your question below or reach out to your healthcare provider.

We hope these answers help you when starting Pepticate. If you have questions about using Pepticate, please contact our Medical Services team at: 1-800-365-7354 (option 3) Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm, ET or at nutritionservices@nutricia.com

Authored by: Alexa Klein, MS RDN, Medical Affairs Associate. June 2025.

Alexa has been a dietitian for 8 years and has worked for the Medical Services team at Nutricia for the past 3 years. She has spoken to hundreds of Pepticate caregivers. She is an expert in the science behind Pepticate and food allergies. She can relate to families using Pepticate because her daughter used the product when she was an infant.

References:

1. Baby’s First Days: Bowel Movements & Urination (Nov 14, 2024). HealthyChildren.org from the American Academy of Pediatrics https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/Pages/babys-first-days-bowel-movements-and-urination.aspx
2. Fleddermann M, et al. Safety and Suitability of Infant Formula Manufactured from Extensively Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Compared to Intact Protein: A Combined Analysis of Two Randomized Controlled Studies. Nutrients. 2024;16.
3. Healthy Lifestyle – Infant and Toddler Health (Jan 26, 2024). Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/expert-answers/baby-poop/faq-20057971

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