ByHeart is recalling all of its infant formula after the bacteria that causes botulism was found in a container from the home of a sick baby. California health officials performed the testing as part of an investigation into a multistate botulism outbreak that sickened more than a dozen babies. Consumers who have ByHeart infant formula at home should not use it as botulism can cause severe illness and death.
Does Your Family Need a Botulism Lawyer?
What Products are Included in the Recall?
The recall includes all sizes of all ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products.
What Stores Sold the Recalled Baby Formula?
ByHeart infant formula is sold by retailers nationwide, including:
- Fred Meyer
- Kroger
- Publix
- QFC
- Sam’s Club
- Smith’s
- Target
- Walmart
- Whole Foods
What are the Symptoms of Botulism?
Botulism can be fatal. If you think your baby has botulism, see a doctor immediately. Symptoms can take as long as several weeks to develop. They include:
- Difficulty feeding (sucking and swallowing)
- Constipation
- A weak or altered cry
- Drooping eyelid
- Sluggish pupils
- Weakened neck muscle/ inability to hold up the head
ByHeart Botulism Outbreak
As of November 10, the outbreak includes 15 infants in 12 states: Arizona, California, Illinois, Kentucky, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington.
The infants range in age from 2 to 23 weeks old. All of them were fed ByHeart before they became ill. Their caregivers noticed the onset of symptoms on dates ranging from August 9 to November 10, 2025. All of the babies required hospitalization.
Contact an Experienced Botulism Lawyer
The Pritzker Hageman food safety team has a successful track record with botulism cases. If your baby developed botulism after consuming ByHeart formula and you would like to speak with a botulism lawyer about a lawsuit to cover medical bills, disability, and emotional distress, please contact us today by calling 888-377-8900 (toll-free), texting 612-261-0856, or by completing the form below.
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