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https://kffhealthnews.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/08/GettyImages-1154517642.jpg38402560Sales of formulas designed for toddlers increased in recent years, but health experts warn parents that, generally, once children reach their 1st birthday, they are fine with cow or plant milk and don’t need the expensive, high-calorie products. And doctors say toddler formula should not be given to infants.