Baby food: TOP 5 anatomical feeding bottles
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A set of two bottles of the Natural series from the veteran manufacturer of products for newborns Avent can be used from 1 month. They are made of plastic and are very ergonomic, light and comfortable in the hand of mom and baby (if he holds the bottle himself).
Silicone pacifier in shape and feels like a mother's breast, so that the baby does not feel much difference and can easily grab the pacifier. It is soft and flexible, but at the same time, thanks to special seals, the petals do not crumple, which creates additional comfort for the baby when sucking. It provides an anti-colic system with a double valve that prevents air from entering the baby's tummy when swallowed. The fluid supply is slow, suitable for newborns. But if the baby has grown up, you can simply change the pacifier to another one (marked "3 months"; "6 months") and use the bottle as much as you need. Moreover, the volume of 260 mL allows you to meet the needs of grown-up children.
The neck of the bottle is wide, so it is easy to make feeding mixtures in it. It is easy to disassemble and clean, it is allowed to use in the dishwasher. There is a cap that fits on the pacifier and presses it so that the liquid does not spill — a great option for walking and traveling. The measuring scale is applied by the number of measuring spoons (for mixtures) and by mg. Due to the composition of the plastic, the milk in the bottle remains warm for a long time, but if necessary, it can be heated in the microwave. There is a slight inconvenience: the milk from the bottle does not fully pour out, you need to tilt it very much to "get" the last portion. And in this position, the baby is not very comfortable to drink.
The 280 mL bottle is designed for babies from 6 months due to the volume and the nipple with a fast flow (good for thick porridge and milk mixtures). The bottle closes hermetically, nothing leaks, a protective cap is put on top, which prevents liquid leaks and ensures hygiene during walks, and high-quality plastic keeps the temperature of the mixture well.
The soft silicone of the nipple allows the child to easily grab it, and the stiffening ribs do not allow the nipple to lose shape. In addition, silicone has no smell or taste, so it does not affect the properties of food. In addition, the nipple is anti-colic, with a special air-permeable valve.
The thoughtful ergonomic design allows both mom and baby to comfortably hold the bottle in their hand. Because of the narrow neck of the bottle, it is not very convenient to wash and fill it with mixtures. Users complain about the rapid erasure of dimensional labels.
This bottle from a Swiss manufacturer with a plastic case and a silicone pacifier is designed for babies from birth. Volume 150 mL. The nipple has a special anatomical design (resembles a female nipple in shape), and gives a variable flow thanks to a special Calma feeding system.
The Calma system was developed based on studies of the eating behavior of toddlers. When breastfeeding, the baby sometimes stops to take a breath, to breathe. In this nipple, the milk will flow only when the baby begins to perform sucking movements, creating a vacuum. Even if you turn the bottle over, the milk will not spill. Growing up, the child performs more intensive sucking movements, he needs more milk – Medela Calma allows the baby to regulate the flow of milk itself due to the presence of a special control valve. This makes it impossible to get out of the habit and subsequently give up the breast (as is the case with ordinary bottles, from which it is much easier to suck).
The bottle is made of medical polypropylene, does not pass UV rays. The set has a special bottle cap for safe storage of milk or mixture. The anti-roller valve does not allow you to swallow excess air, and the measuring scale simplifies the calculation of portions. The feeding system consists of three parts that are easy to assemble.
The bottle of the Italian brand Chicco with a volume of 150 mL for newborns is made of high-quality lightweight heat-resistant glass. Since glass does not absorb odours and is environmentally friendly — it is an excellent material, such a bottle can serve for many years, is easy to clean and does not stain under the influence of juices and other products. The nipple is made of soft elastic latex, with a slow flow.
The bottle is transparent, with a beautiful pattern. The wide neck allows you to cook porridge and mixtures directly in the bottle, and the measuring scale in milliliters — do not make a mistake in the amount of liquid. Ribbed rings at the end of the nipple mimic the structure of the breast. This helps to bring the feeding process closer to natural feeding.
The anti-colic valve prevents regurgitation, hiccups and colic in the baby as a result of swallowing excess air during sucking.
Tommee Tippee produced in the UK from the Closer to Nature series is a set of two bottles with a pattern (there are pink and blue colours, for girls and boys) of 260 mL each is good for both newborns and older children. A nipple with a slow flow. The case is made of eco-friendly propylene plastic. The neck is so wide that the bottle can be washed even by hand, without a brush. The measuring scale is in milliliters and in measuring spoons. Thanks to its special shape, it fits very comfortably in your hand, does not slip out.
The nipple is made of soft silicone, a safe and resistant material that stretches and bends. The super-sensitive anti-colic patented easy vent valve and vent ring allow air to escape, rather than get into the baby's tummy. The transverse rings of the nipple, which contract when sucking, allow the baby to suck in a natural rhythm. And the wide base of the nipple forms the correct grip in the child, which reduces the risk of breast rejection. The nipple is wound comfortably and tightly, the cap is easily removed.
Useful tips on choosing a nipple
Babies really like soft latex nipples, because when heated, they feel very much like skin. But if the child is on mixed feeding, it is better to prefer silicone options, since this material is more elastic and it is not easier to "get" milk from it than from the breast, you will have to intensively perform sucking movements — this reduces the risk of the baby's rejection of the breast. Although a silicone pacifier is easier to bite through than a latex one, and when the first teeth erupt, this is quite likely.
Bottle care
- Bottles, like any children's tableware, must be sterilized (either by the "grandmother's" method of boiling or in special sterilizers;
- If there is damage in the nipple or body, they must be replaced immediately with new ones;
- You can heat the mixture with a jet of hot water or in a microwave, but most effectively – in special heaters;
- Always use the caps covering the pacifier;
- Ideally, a separate bottle is needed for water, milk and mixtures.
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