The baby formula shortage that has left families in a bind might last for months, News Nation reports.
Former FDA commissioner Peter Pitts predicts it will be done in 6-10 weeks.
The problem arises from a facility that has been closed since February, according to the FDA. Since then, the plant has been closed, but Pitts claims it might reopen within a week.
Meanwhile, Pitts warns parents against becoming too imaginative. He advised families not to produce their own formula, dilute their depleting supply to make it last longer, or shift their kids to milk.
He said the FDA might tell parents if it’s okay to give formula to their newborns after it’s expired, but that they shouldn’t do so until that information is released.
If your store’s shelves are bare, he suggests contacting local churches, hospitals, and community organizations for assistance. You may also look at the federal website.
The federal government is now intervening to attempt to resolve the situation.
The House Oversight Committee is looking into the baby formula shortage and has asked manufacturers to detail their plans for dealing with it.
The White House is looking at methods to make formula importation simpler and has built an online portal for parents who require certain types of formula.
On Friday, President Joe Biden met with officials from Gerber and Reckitt Benckiser to discuss how businesses could increase production and whether the federal government could help.
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