What is NannyCare Stage 1 First Infant Milk?
NannyCare Stage 1 is a British-brand goat milk infant formula made from whole New Zealand goat milk with no added whey, no palm oil and no maltodextrin. The tin is labelled for use from birth, and our stock is listed as an 800g tin — please read the note on pack size below before you plan around a yield figure.
NannyCare has been making goat formula for over thirty years, and it is the brand most often credited with bringing goat milk baby formula into the mainstream European market: goat protein was not legally permitted as a standalone protein source in EU infant formula until around 2013–2014, and NannyCare says its own clinical trial data helped make that case. Milk comes from a cooperative of 71 pasture-based New Zealand goat farms, and it is made in a plant that handles only goat milk formula rather than fitting goat runs around a cow-milk schedule.
The formulation choice that sets it apart is what is not added. Most first infant milks are built to a whey-dominant protein ratio of roughly 60:40 by adding fractionated whey powder back into skimmed milk. NannyCare uses the goat milk's own protein complex with no added whey, which puts it closer to 20:80 whey to casein and means fewer processing steps and less heat. Whether you prefer that or a whey-dominant ratio is a genuine judgement call, not a settled question.
NannyCare is not organic certified, at any stage. The brand describes itself as sharing the philosophies of organic farming, and we would rather tell you plainly that this is a marketing position and not a certification. If an organic seal is what you are shopping for, Jovie Goat or Holle Goat is the better tin and we stock both — see the comparison below.
Goat milk is naturally rich in A2 beta-casein, the protein type that forms softer, smaller curds during digestion, which is why parents of a windy or unsettled baby with nothing diagnosed often try this category. NannyCare's own materials state it is not suitable for a confirmed cow's milk protein allergy, and neither would we. NannyCare Stage 2 follow-on milk is the next step in the range, from six months.
From birthTin labelled 0–12 months
800gSingle tin — see pack note
~189 fl ozDerived from an 800g tin
New Zealand71-farm pasture cooperative
What's in NannyCare Stage 1 per 100ml?
Prepared as directed, every 100ml provides 66 kcal, 3.4g fat, 1.3g protein, 7.4g carbohydrate — all of it lactose — 53mg calcium, 0.65mg iron, 15mg DHA and 16mg arachidonic acid. There is no maltodextrin, no glucose syrup and no added sugar.
- Carbohydrate 7.4 g
- Fat 3.4 g
- Protein 1.3 g
| Per 100ml prepared feed | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 280 kJ / 66 kcal |
| Fat | 3.4 g |
| — of which saturates | 1.2 g |
| Protein (goat milk) | 1.3 g |
| Carbohydrate (lactose) | 7.4 g |
| Calcium | 53 mg |
| Iron | 0.65 mg |
| DHA | 15 mg |
| Arachidonic acid (AA) | 16 mg |
| Alpha-linolenic acid | 53 mg |
One figure we are deliberately not printing is the DHA source. NannyCare appears to be part-way through changing its DHA from marine fish oil to algal oil (Schizochytrium, with Mortierella alpina for the AA), and the evidence genuinely conflicts stage by stage: older Stage 1 documentation describes marine fish oil powder, while NannyCare's own current UK material and its Stage 3 panel describe plant-based algal oil. We are not going to guess which applies to the tin that reaches you. If you are avoiding fish, read the ingredient panel on your tin before you open it, or message us and we will check the lot we are shipping.
Contains milk. Ingredient wording varies between production runs during a reformulation — the panel printed on your tin is the authority, not this page.
Why does NannyCare add no whey to its goat milk formula?
Because adding whey means fractionating it out of milk first and then heating it back in. NannyCare uses whole goat milk and its own protein complex as it comes, which lands at roughly 20 parts whey to 80 parts casein, rather than rebuilding the protein to the 60:40 whey-dominant ratio most cow-milk first formulas aim for.
NannyCare
Whole goat milk protein, nothing fractionated in
- Goat whey, about 20%
- Goat casein, about 80%
- No whey powder added
Fewer steps, less heat
Typical first formula
Protein rebuilt to a whey-dominant ratio
- Whey, about 60%
- Casein, about 40%
- Whey powder added back in
More processing to hit the ratio
Figures are schematic illustrations of protein composition, not to scale and not a measurement of any specific competitor product. The 20:80 ratio comes from an independent review of NannyCare Stage 1; a whey-dominant 60:40 is the conventional target for cow-milk first formulas. Neither ratio is established as better — breast milk's own ratio shifts over the course of a feed and over months.
Is goat milk formula easier to digest than cow's milk formula?
Goat milk is predominantly A2 beta-casein, while conventional cow's milk carries a mix of A1 and A2. A2 protein forms a softer, looser curd in the stomach, and that curd structure is the named mechanism behind NannyCare's gentleness claim — not a vague promise of comfort.
The difference is a single amino acid at position 67 of the beta-casein chain. In A2 protein that position is proline; in A1 it is histidine, which creates a weak point that changes how the chain breaks apart during digestion and how firmly the curd sets. NannyCare says it monitors curd softness in the milk it buys, which is an unusual thing for a formula maker to specify and is consistent with the documented behaviour of goat casein.
Now the part that matters most, said plainly. Goat milk formula is not a treatment for cow's milk protein allergy. Around nine in ten infants with a diagnosed cow's milk protein allergy also react to goat casein, because the two proteins are closely related. NannyCare's own materials disclaim suitability for confirmed CMPA, and any language about "fewer allergenic proteins" should be read as a comfort and digestibility claim, not an allergy claim. A diagnosed allergy needs a prescribed hydrolysed or amino-acid formula from your doctor. Where goat formula is a reasonable option is the other case: a baby who is fussy, gassy or uncomfortable on a standard cow's milk formula with nothing diagnosed. Talk to your pediatrician either way.
A2 beta-casein · goat milk
A1 beta-casein · conventional cow milk
Position 67 is the single amino-acid difference between the two protein variants. It changes how the chain breaks down during digestion, and with it how the curd sets.
Softer, smaller curd
Firmer, larger curd
Schematic illustration of protein structure and curd formation. Every baby digests differently, and no formula is a substitute for medical advice.
What is not in NannyCare Stage 1?
No palm oil, no maltodextrin, no glucose syrup, no added sugar, no soya, no starch and no added whey powder. The only carbohydrate is lactose. It is also not organic certified — we would rather list that here than let the words "natural" and "pure" do work a certificate has not earned.
- No palm oil
- No maltodextrin
- No glucose syrup
- No added sugar
- No soya
- No added whey
- Lactose only carbohydrate
- Halal certified
Contains milk. Not organic certified at any stage. NannyCare markets itself as non-GMO, but we could not find a formal non-GMO certifying body behind that claim, so treat it as a brand statement rather than a certification. Kosher and vegetarian status are not confirmed for this product either way, and the vegetarian question is tied to the unresolved DHA source above. The tin carries the New Zealand Fernmark, which certifies country of origin only — not organic status and not a manufacturing standard.
How does NannyCare Stage 1 compare to Kendamil Goat Stage 1 and Jovie Goat Stage 1?
Jovie is the only one of the three that is organic certified, and Kendamil is the only one whose DHA source is beyond doubt — microalgae, explicitly no fish oil. NannyCare's DHA is mid-reformulation and we cannot tell you which version is in your tin, which is a real competitive weakness right now, not a detail.
| Stage 1 · from birth | NannyCare | Kendamil Goat | Jovie Goat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic certified | No | No | Yes · EU Organic |
| Milk origin | New Zealand pasture | Kendal, England | Netherlands |
| Milk base | Whole goat milk, no added whey | Whole goat milk + goat whey, MFGM retained | Organic whole goat milk |
| Whey to casein | About 20:80 | About 60:40 | See product page |
| Protein | 1.3 g · A2 goat | 1.3 g · A2 goat | 1.3 g · A2 goat |
| Palm oil | None | None | None |
| DHA source | Changing — read your tin | Microalgae, no fish oil | Fish oil |
| DHA amount | 15 mg | 16 mg | 14 mg |
| Arachidonic acid | 16 mg | From Mortierella alpina | 14 mg |
| Carbohydrate | Lactose only | Lactose only | Lactose only |
| Halal | Certified | Not confirmed for the goat line | Certified |
| Tin size | 800 g · see pack note | 800 g tin | 800 g tin |
Being straight with you: if organic certification is what you are shopping for, Jovie Goat Stage 1 is the better tin — EU Organic plus Halal and Kosher, with no palm or coconut oil — though its DHA is fish-oil sourced too. If you specifically want a tin whose DHA is fish-free and confirmed, Kendamil Goat Stage 1 is the only one of the three that gives you that in writing, and it adds the whole-milk MFGM story on top. We stock both. NannyCare's honest advantages are thirty years of goat-formula-specific research and clinical trials, milk from a pasture-based New Zealand cooperative, a plant that makes nothing but goat formula, the whole goat milk protein complex with no added whey, and the highest arachidonic acid figure of the three at 16mg.
How many tins of formula will my baby need per month?
About 4 tins of NannyCare Stage 1 per month is the commonly published figure for a baby on this formula as their primary nutrition in the early months. Expect around 2 tins in the first month, 3–4 through months one to three, and 4–5 approaching six months as intake climbs.
Those figures come from scaling NannyCare's own feeding guide, which runs from 60ml with 2 scoops at birth up to 210ml with 7 scoops by five to six months, against the prepared yield of one tin. Because the pack size is not settled — see the note below — we would treat the tins-per-month shape as reliable and the exact yield behind it as approximate. Any breastfeeding alongside formula pulls all of these numbers down.
Estimates for exclusive formula feeding, scaled from the manufacturer's feeding guide. Every baby feeds differently — use these for planning, not as a target.
How do you prepare NannyCare Stage 1?
Sterilise everything, boil fresh water and let it cool for no more than 30 minutes so it is still hot enough to kill bacteria in the powder, pour the measured water into the bottle first, add one level 4.3g scoop per 30ml, shake well, test the temperature on your wrist and feed straight away — never store a prepared bottle.
30 minMaximum cooling after boiling
1 : 30mlOne level scoop per 30ml
4.3 gScoop size in this tin
Feed at onceDo not store prepared bottles
1
Sterilise everything
Wash your hands, then sterilise the bottle, teat, ring and cap before you start.
2
Boil and cool briefly
Boil fresh drinking water and leave it to cool for no more than 30 minutes, so it stays hot enough to make the feed safely.
3
Water into the bottle first
Pour the measured water into the sterilised bottle before you add any powder — never the other way round.
4
Add level scoops
Add one level 4.3g scoop for every 30ml of water, levelling each scoop with the back of a clean knife — never packed or heaped.
5
Cap and shake
Put the cap on and shake well until the powder has fully dissolved, with nothing left on the sides.
6
Cool, test, feed
Cool the bottle under running water, test a drop on your wrist so it feels body temperature, and feed straight away.
Never use artificially softened water or water that has been boiled more than once. Make up every feed fresh and do not store prepared bottles — not in the fridge, not in a bag, not for later. Never reheat and never microwave, and note that the prepared volume is slightly greater than the water you started with, so measure the water, not the finished bottle.
A note on water temperature. NannyCare specifies water that has been freshly boiled and left to cool for no more than 30 minutes, so it is still hot enough to kill bacteria in the powder. That matches NHS and WHO guidance for powdered formula — powder is not sterile, and water at that temperature kills bacteria that can occasionally be present. Let the bottle cool to body temperature before feeding, and always test a drop on the inside of your wrist first.
A note on water temperature. NannyCare specifies water that has been freshly boiled and left to cool for no more than 30 minutes, so it is still hot enough to kill bacteria in the powder. That matches NHS and WHO guidance for powdered formula — powder is not sterile, and water at that temperature kills bacteria that can occasionally be present. Let the bottle cool to body temperature before feeding, and always test a drop on the inside of your wrist first.
Please read before buying
This formula is not suitable for babies with a diagnosed cow's milk protein allergy. Goat milk protein is closely related to cow milk protein and around nine in ten infants with a diagnosed cow's milk protein allergy react to goat protein as well — NannyCare's own materials say the same. A diagnosed allergy needs a prescribed formula from your doctor. The DHA source is also mid-reformulation, so if your household avoids fish, check the ingredient panel on your tin. Breastfeeding is best for your baby — talk to your health visitor or doctor before starting or changing a formula.
Store tins in a cool, dry place. Once opened, use within four weeks. Never reheat or microwave prepared formula.
A note on pack size
NannyCare pack sizes are genuinely unsettled. Some sources list 900g and others 800g, and the brand appears to have downsized at some point. Our own product data is set to 800g, and the ~189 fl oz yield above is derived from that plus the 4.3g-per-30ml scoop ratio — it is arithmetic, not a manufacturer figure. If the exact weight matters to you for cost or planning, message us before ordering and we will read the tin we are shipping. For the same reason we do not publish a price per 100g for this product.
NannyCare Stage 1: frequently asked questions
What age is NannyCare Stage 1 First Infant Milk for?
The tin is labelled for use from birth to 12 months, and it is a complete breast milk substitute that can be your baby's sole source of nutrition or sit alongside breastfeeding. NannyCare's own stage architecture positions Stage 2 as the 6–12 month follow-on, so most parents switch at around six months even though Stage 1 can legally be used through the whole first year. Check the wording on your tin before treating that as guidance.
Is NannyCare organic?
No. NannyCare is not organic certified at any stage, and we would rather say so plainly than let softer language imply otherwise. The brand describes itself as sharing the philosophies of organic farming, which is a position rather than a certificate. If an organic seal is your priority, Jovie Goat is EU Organic certified and Holle Goat carries both EU Organic and Demeter biodynamic certification. We stock both.
Can I use goat milk formula if my baby has a cow's milk allergy?
No. NannyCare Stage 1 is not suitable for babies with a diagnosed cow's milk protein allergy. Goat and cow milk proteins are structurally very similar, and around nine in ten infants who react to cow's milk protein react to goat casein too. A diagnosed allergy needs a prescribed hydrolysed or amino-acid formula from your doctor. Goat formula is a reasonable gentler option for an unsettled baby with no diagnosis, but it is not an allergy treatment.
Does NannyCare use fish oil or algal DHA?
We cannot tell you with confidence, and we are not going to guess. The evidence points to NannyCare moving from marine fish oil to plant-based algal oil across its range: older Stage 1 documentation lists marine fish oil powder, while the brand's current UK material and its Stage 3 panel list algal oil from Schizochytrium. That means both versions may be in circulation. If you are avoiding fish, read the panel on your tin, or message us and we will check the lot we are shipping.
How big is the tin and how much does it make?
Our product data records an 800g tin, which works out at roughly 189 fluid ounces of prepared formula using the 4.3g scoop per 30ml ratio. We should be straight that NannyCare pack sizes are not settled — some sources still list 900g, which would put the yield nearer 212 fl oz — and the brand appears to have downsized at some point. The yield figure above is our arithmetic on an 800g tin, not a published manufacturer number.
What does "no added whey" actually mean?
Most first infant milks are built to a whey-dominant protein ratio of roughly 60:40 by adding fractionated whey powder into skimmed milk. NannyCare skips that and uses the whole goat milk's own protein complex, which lands nearer 20 parts whey to 80 parts casein. The practical upshot is fewer processing steps and less heat exposure. It is a real formulation difference, but not an established nutritional advantage — a whey-dominant ratio is the conventional target for a reason.
What formula comes after NannyCare Stage 1?
NannyCare Stage 2 Follow On Milk is the next step, for babies from six months once solid food has been introduced, with more iron and calcium for the weaning window. After that comes NannyCare Stage 3 Growing Up Milk for one to three years. Move between stages gradually over several days rather than overnight, and speak to your health visitor if you are unsure when to switch.
Related formulas at Bonpek Baby
- NannyCare Stage 2The follow-on milk for 6–12 months, with more iron and calcium.
- NannyCare Stage 3The growing-up milk for 1–3 years, in the same range.
- Kendamil Goat Stage 1The only one of these with a confirmed fish-free algae DHA source.
- Jovie Goat Stage 1EU Organic, Halal and Kosher certified, with no palm or coconut oil.
- Kendamil Comfort MilkFor colic and constipation, if a gentler goat formula is not enough.
- All baby formulasBrowse every European formula we stock, by brand and stage.
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Product information last reviewed by the Bonpek Baby team in September 2026 against the manufacturer's current published ingredient and nutrition data. Always check the label on your tin, as manufacturers reformulate from time to time.
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