Baby feeding bottles are the first dishes of a small person. They come in a variety of designs, capacities and the material from which they are made.
Baby bottles can be silicone, glass and plastic.
Most often, for the manufacture of glass containers, its refractory types are used. They are not afraid of exposure to high temperatures, but they can break from a strong blow. Glass baby bottles are easier to keep clean and their service life is longer than that of plastic or silicone counterparts. The only drawback is the significant weight.
Plastic baby bottles are made from high strength and safe polycarbonate plastic. They are quite lightweight and practical to use. In addition, they withstand the effects of high temperatures up to 120 degrees.
Silicone baby bottles are made of high quality silicone. They are resistant to shock and can withstand boiling, but have a tendency to stain.
Baby bottles in shape are anti-colic, curly, with a wide neck and standard. Each of the listed species has its own characteristics.
Anti-colic bottles are made of plastic, which has a peculiar curved shape. During feeding, the baby does not swallow the air accumulated in the bottle, so the likelihood of colic is minimized.
Curly bottles are also made of plastic and have a wide variety of shapes - from round to oblong. The hole located in the middle allows the baby to comfortably hold it in small handles.
Wide-necked bottles are made from both silicone and plastic. It is more convenient to pour porridge or mixture into them, as well as wash. They are more stable and the probability of their capsizing is small.
Bottles of a classical or standard form are made of plastic and glass. They most often have an elongated narrow shape.
Feeding bottles can have different capacities - from 80 to 330 ml. Thanks to the scale on the side, the volume of cooked food for the baby is easier to dose, and it is also easier to determine the amount of porridge or mixture eaten by the child. For a newborn, it is preferable to choose a bottle with a capacity of 125 ml, and for a six-month-old baby, a more capacious one (about 260 ml) is suitable.
Today, you can find more modern analogues that are equipped with a temperature indicator of the finished mixture. They are quite convenient and practical to use, especially for new parents.
How to sterilize baby bottles?
First of all, remember that they must be washed immediately after use. The first step is to unscrew the lid and remove the nipple. Rinse the component bottles under running water using a brush specially designed for this purpose. Place a clean pacifier, cap and bottle in a deep pan and pour water (full immersion is necessary). Boil the bottles for at least five to seven minutes. After that, place them on a clean towel and cover with gauze.
It is important to remember that baby accessories must be stored and kept in perfect cleanliness. If you detect the slightest defects in the form of chips or cracks, you must replace the bottle with a new one.