Why Goat Milk?
We believe every family deserves a choice
Cow vs Goat: What Makes Them Different
Most formulas begin with cow’s milk simply because it’s widely available — not because it’s the only option. When we looked at the science, we found that goat milk has naturally distinct characteristics that make it a valuable and well-suited base for formula.
Goat milk:
- Contains only A2-type proteins, which form softer, smaller curds¹ than cow’s milk
- Naturally contains more medium-chain fats (MCTs) — an easily absorbed source of energy³
- Contains around six times more oligosaccharides³ — natural milk prebiotics
- Has a different casein profile, contributing to its naturally softer curds
These natural differences are why we focus exclusively on goat milk and why it has been the centre of our expertise for decades. Goat milk and cow’s milk are both safe bases for formula, they are simply, and meaningfully, different.
The UK’s specialist goat-milk formula experts
Nannycare holds a unique place as the UK’s only specialist goat-milk formula brand. Our journey into goat-milk science led us to the Dairy Goat Co-operative in New Zealand — the farmers and scientists who created the world’s first goat-milk formula in the late 1980s and have spent decades deepening their understanding ever since.
Working together for more than 30 years, we’ve built a body of expertise supported by over 97 expert-reviewed studies, including the clinical trial that led to EU and UK recognition of goat-milk formula.
Today, that knowledge shapes every recipe we make — always prioritising whole goat milk, guided by science, and crafted with care. Every tin is made with a single purpose: to offer families a real, trusted alternative to cow’s-milk formulas.
Raising the Bar for Whole Milk in Formula
Whole goat milk has always been our starting point, not because it is easier, but because it is naturally balanced in a way we believe is worth preserving. While many formulas remove the milk fat and add whey or extra oils to rebuild the milk, we take a gentler path. By keeping the whole milk intact, including its natural milk fat, we preserve more of the qualities that make goat milk so special.
Using whole milk at a naturally high level means our formulas carry more of the milk’s natural richness and need fewer additions. Independent testing shows that Nannycare uses over twice the whole milk of our nearest UK competitor and up to 30% less added vegetable oil.*
It’s a choice shaped by science, strengthened by care, and guided by a simple belief: that the best place to begin is with the base milk itself.
*verified by independent testing
A Gentler, Less Processed Approach
Because goat milk already contains its own natural whey and milk fat, there is no need for added whey or heavy processing to rebalance it. This allows us to avoid skimmed milk and whey powders — ingredients that have already been separated and processed before they even reach the formula stage.
By starting with whole milk, there’s no need for added whey or protein modification, resulting in fewer processing steps overall. Our gentler approach helps protect more of the milk’s natural structure and balance. It’s a simpler, less processed way of making formula, shaped by the belief that less intervention often leads to a result that feels more naturally aligned with the milk itself.
Every ingredient has a purpose. We avoid unnecessary additions such as fish oil, palm oil, soy, corn syrup or maltodextrin. Instead, we focus on what truly matters: a whole-milk base supported by expert science and handled with integrity from start to finish.
The result? A formula made with a gentle process and a clear purpose — shaped with your baby’s comfort and enjoyment in mind.
Our New Zealand partnership
A collaboration rooted in science, craftsmanship, and care.
For more than 30 years, Nannycare has partnered exclusively with the Dairy Goat Co-operative in New Zealand, the world’s leading specialists in goat-milk formula and pioneers of the first goat-milk formulation. As a farmer-owned Co-operative, every member is a co-owner, not a supplier, taking personal pride in the wellbeing of their goats, their land, and the milk they produce.
Because everything happens within one integrated system — from family farms to formulation to final packaging — every step is handled with consistency, traceability, and genuine care. This rare level of end-to-end responsibility ensures that the goat milk used in Nannycare follow-on formula is crafted with exceptional dedication and
scientific understanding. It reflects a deep respect for animals, the land they’re raised on, and the families we serve.
Sustainability at Heart
Caring for babies also means caring for the world they will grow up in
Although our milk is produced in New Zealand, its journey begins in one of the world’s most environmentally responsible dairy systems. The Dairy Goat Co-operative operates with 100% renewable electricity and follows nature-led farming practices that protect soil health, biodiversity, and animal wellbeing. Independent studies show that New Zealand’s pasture-based farming can deliver one of the lowest dairy carbon footprints globally — even after shipping to the UK.
The Co-operative’s commitment to continual improvement has earned an EcoVadis Bronze sustainability award, placing it among the top 19% of dairy producers worldwide. In the UK, Nannycare is ClimatePartner certified, reflecting our dedication to transparent, responsible production from end to end.
Every step — from how the goats are raised, to how the milk is processed, to how the formula is shipped — is taken with future generations in mind.
A formula made with care today, shaped by responsibility for tomorrow.
