SCENE + HEARD: Daily Post What's Going On With Baby Formula? By Staff Thursday, May 12, 2022 12:40 PM The U.S. is experiencing a shortage of baby formula nationwide right now, caused by supply chain issues and recalls. According to WebMD, about three quarters of babies are fed formula for the first six months, making this shortage a serious (and scary, for many) issue. Head over to WebMD to learn what steps the FDA is taking to resolve this shortage.