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By Priya Nair, IBCLC · Lactation consultant & feeding editor
Updated June 1, 2026
Partially-broken-down proteins aimed at easier digestion. It scores strongest on gentle on tummies; the main trade-off is contains some added sugars. A confident baby formula pick for the right shopper.
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Partially-broken-down proteins aimed at easier digestion. Here is how the Gerber Good Start GentlePro held up against the rest of our baby formula rotation, and where it fits.
On our six-axis scale the Gerber Good Start GentlePro averages 8.4/10, with its highest marks for gentle on tummies and widely stocked. That makes it a dependable everyday baby formula rather than a one-trick option.
Pros that stood out: Gentle on tummies, Widely stocked. Trade-offs to know about: Contains some added sugars.
Certification: FDA-regulated. We weight safety heavily in this category, and the Gerber Good Start GentlePro clears the bar; build quality is in line with its $30–$32 price.
If gentle on tummies is your priority, the Gerber Good Start GentlePro is an easy recommendation. If contains some added sugars matters more, compare it against the other picks in our best baby formula guide.
What parents tell us most often: gentle on tummies.
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Gerber Good Start GentlePro
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