Goat Milk Baby Formula: A Closer Look
Published on 29th Oct, 2025
Navigating the world of baby formula can feel overwhelming, but we're here to help you explore your options. While cow's milk formula is the most common choice, many parents are now discovering goat milk formula as a regulated and science-backed alternative. Cow’s milk formula had become the default, perhaps simply because cow’s milk was so widely available and dominated the dairy industry. In this article, we'll take a closer look at what makes goat milk formula unique, the science behind it, and Nannycare’s journey to becoming a small brand with a big purpose.
The Journey to More Choice
For years, goat milk wasn’t legally recognised as a suitable base for formula here in the UK or EU, even though it had been used in other parts of the world. With cow’s milk formula becoming the default option, Claire, the founder of Nannycare, felt parents deserved a choice. It was a long road, taking over 15 years of dedication. Still, Nannycare became the brand that helped change UK and EU regulations.
Nannycare partnered with the Dairy Goat Co-operative in New Zealand, the global experts in goat milk, to carry out a rigorous clinical trial. The study, published in a respected UK medical journal, showed that goat milk formula could support normal growth and development, just like cow’s milk formula. This evidence became the foundation for a major regulatory review, and eventually, the law changed. For the first time, parents in the UK and EU could choose a goat milk-based formula that met all nutritional and safety standards. Nannycare are proud to have made that possible.
Why Goat Milk? The Key Differences
Goat milk has been used for generations around the world. It has a naturally different structure from cow’s milk, which many parents find appealing. For a start, goat milk has softer curds and smaller fat globules. It also contains naturally occurring oligosaccharides (a type of carbohydrate).
About Nannycare: Still Small, Still Specialist
Today, Nannycare is still a family-run British business, working closely with the Dairy Goat Co-operative in New Zealand. They are global leaders in their understanding and research into goat milk, and everything is done in-house, including producing the high-quality goat milk that the formulas are based on. Their goats are specially selected and carefully nurtured to produce the very best milk, specifically suited for baby formula.
Nannycare is also proudly ClimatePartner certified, and the Dairy Goat Co-operative holds an EcoVadis sustainability bronze rating, placing them in the top 19% of dairy farms globally.
“For over 30 years, we have led the way in goat milk science and pioneered a new formula choice for parents. Our unique formula is gently treated and combines the finest ingredients with fresh, whole goat milk. The outcome? A smooth and creamy whole goat milk formula, crafted with dedication and care.” – Claire, Nannycare Founder
Supporting Your Choices
We understand that when it comes to feeding your baby, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Your feeding journey is personal, and we're here to support the choices that are right for you and your family. The Nannycare range of goat milk formulas offers a trusted alternative* that includes:
Browse our full Baby and Toddler range to get all the essentials for your little one at Morrisons in-store or online.
*This article refers only to Follow-on Milk, which is suitable for babies over 6 months and should be used as part of a mixed weaning diet. Nannycare fully supports breastfeeding as the best source of nutrition for babies and does not encourage any parent to stop or choose not to breastfeed. Please consult a healthcare professional before introducing formula.
