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In fact, if your little one has had some of a bottle but doesn't want the rest, you should dump it within an hour. Don't put it in the fridge for later use. Milk-based products are notorious for growing bacteria. Once your baby has drunk from a bottle, bacteria is introduced and the formula shouldn't be saved.

How Long Is a Can of Powdered Baby Formula Good for Once Opened? Once opened, most cans of powdered baby formula should be used within one month. However, it's always best to read the product label for specifics. Parents should also adhere to each can's expiration date.

You've heated the milk: Warm environments harbor bacteria, so it's essential that you use prepared infant formula within one hour from when feeding begins.

If your baby doesn't finish all the formula, throw it away within 1 hour. If you need to prepare infant formula in advance, put it in the fridge within 1 hour of making it, and use within 24 hours.

If you prepare formula ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator. You can use pre-made formula for up to 24 hours. Open containers of ready-made formula, concentrated formula, and formula prepared from concentrate can be stored safely in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.

Most infant formulas need to be used within 1 month of opening the container (check the label).

A 30-ounce tub of powdered baby formula lasts between 8 to 11 days for a newborn, 5 to 8 days for infants between 2 to 4 months, and 5 days for toddlers 6 months and older. You will need about four cans a month for newborns, and for babies 2 months and up, you will need six cans.