Which nipple is better to feed from. Bottle size differences. Choosing a nipple for a baby bottle

26.04.2019

Sooner or later, every mother is faced with the need to choose a bottle and nipple for feeding the baby, even if he is completely on breastfeeding. By six months, almost all children get acquainted with the bottle, because new “drinks” begin to appear in their diet - for example, fruit juices. Choosing a bottle and nipples for your baby is a responsible task, because it depends on their quality and whether they are convenient for a child. baby's well-being. And if it's about a baby mixed feeding, then the quality of the nipple depends on how successfully you can combine breastfeeding with supplementary feeding with infant formula. How to make the right choice? It all depends on the situation: on the nature of feeding and the choice of formula, for feeding which the nipple and bottle will be used. Let's take a closer look at existing bottle and nipple models and the situations they are designed for.

Choosing the shape, material and size of the bottle

By choosing the right baby bottle, you will find many different options: glass and plastic, with and without handles, with special inserts, inclined and straight, and even donut-shaped bottles. To make the choice easier, you need to understand why there are so many options.

Bottle shapes

Standard straight bottles have been used successfully by mothers for many years. A donut-shaped bottle may be comfortable for a child to hold on his own, but such a bottle is very difficult to wash thoroughly. Convenient option for both baby and mom - a straight bottle with a "waist". Baby bottles with inserts are designed to reduce the amount of air that your baby will swallow with food. This helps to reduce gas formation and calm the baby. Bottles with disposable liners are very easy and convenient to clean, but these liners can be expensive to replace.

Bottle materials

Glass bottles are easy to clean and allow a large number of sterilizations, which is a big plus. However, a glass bottle is heavier than its plastic counterpart, and can break when dropped. Plastic bottles are lighter than glass, they do not break and, due to the material, can have a different shape.

Bottle sizes

When your baby is still very young, it is more convenient to feed him from a small bottle. But the older the child becomes, the larger the bottle he will need. Both a small (125-150 ml) bottle and a larger bottle (250-300 ml) will be useful to you. When the baby is a little older and needs a larger bottle for thicker food, the smaller bottle can be used for water and juices. When choosing a bottle, pay attention to the volume scale - raised marks are much more reliable than markings applied with paint.

It is also advisable to immediately purchase brushes for washing bottles and special agent for washing children's dishes. In addition, you will need a thermal bag or a bottle case - so that the drink does not cool down if you have to walk for a long time, and it was convenient to take it with you.

Choice of baby pacifier

Choosing the right pacifier for your baby is very important. suitable for the child the nipple will contribute to the development of the correct bite and the formation of adequate taste habits. Nipples differ in shape, size and material from which they are made. The best option is a nipple with a wide base, reminiscent of the shape of a mother's breast, this is especially true in cases where the baby is mixed-fed and must switch from breastfeeding to bottle-feeding - and vice versa. In this case, the sucking movements when feeding from such a nipple will be exactly the same as when breastfeeding. Silicone stands out among the materials - it is considered the safest and most hypoallergenic material. Silicone is harder than latex and more practical to use.

In addition, when choosing a pacifier, you need to pay attention to the hole through which the baby will receive food: the flow rate will depend on the size of the hole. If the hole has suitable size, this can lead to too fast or, conversely, too slow feeding, why baby will experience discomfort, such as swallowing air or having difficulty trying to suck. The intensity of the flow of milk during breastfeeding depends, among other things, on the duration of feeding and the activity of the baby, so the nipple for feeding should also be chosen depending on his age and appetite, as well as on the nature of the mixture that your baby receives. Usually, the nipple for newborns has one hole: the diameter of the hole in the nipple is so small that the baby makes the same effort as when breastfeeding. The hole should be such that the food does not pour on its own, and the baby needs to make some effort to get it . Also, the size of the hole depends on the choice of mixture: for anti-reflux mixtures with thickeners, a nipple with a large hole is needed, since a regular nipple will simply become clogged with such a mixture. For mixed feeding, on the contrary, an elastic nipple with small holes is used so that the easier flow of the mixture through the nipple does not contribute to the baby's rejection of the breast.

A common problem with bottle feeding is aerophagia, in simple terms, swallowing air. It happens because during feeding through a regular nipple a vacuum arises in the bottle, and at a certain moment the child must come off the nipple so that air enters the bottle through its hole. When the nipple is released, the baby swallows air. Aerophagia can contribute to the occurrence of regurgitation and colic in children during the first months of life. In order to avoid this, nipples have been developed with a so-called anti-colic valve, which prevents the swallowing of air.

In addition to all of the above, when choosing a pacifier, do not forget to focus on the "tips" of your baby. The process of choosing this baby "accessory" is rather a process of weeding out options that are not suitable for your baby - be prepared for the fact that you will have to try to offer your baby several types of nipples. Your baby will "show" which model is best for him.To find the right pacifier for your child, offer him several options and observe how he eats and feels after feeding.Age recommendations for using nipples are indicative, so carefully follow for the well-being of the baby and his behavior during feeding. The appearance of symptoms of anxiety and discomfort will be a signal for the need to choose another nipple How to know that you have made the right choice of bottle and nipple?

If the bottle and nipple are well matched, when the bottle is turned upside down, a few drops of liquid will fall from the nipple, and then the dripping will stop. Armed with knowledge and listening to your baby's needs, you can easily find the right bottle and nipple for him. There are many wonderful moments ahead of you, discoveries and travels, when the bottle and nipple will indispensable assistants. Good luck!

The material was prepared on the basis of the manual Nutrition for a healthy and sick child. Manual for doctors, ed. Tutel'yana V.A., Konya I.Ya., Kaganova B.S. Moscow, 2013. - 264 p.

Charles Windshiel created and patented the first glass feeding bottle in 1841. The design of the bottle included a long rubber tube, nipple, limiter. From then until our time, baby bottles have been constantly improved and today there are many modifications of them. Let's look at some of the features of modern feeding bottles that you need to consider at the time of purchase.

Types of baby bottles for feeding: classification by shape, material, volume, type of nipple

Table number 1. What materials are used to make baby bottles?

Types of feeding bottles by type of material	Features / pros / cons
glass	The peculiarity of glass bottles is that they can be sterilized. They are also more durable and easier to clean. The disadvantage of them is that they are heavier, it is inconvenient for a child to hold them, and they also beat easily.
Silicone	The silicone bottle allows you to conduct the heat of the contents of the bottle, imitating the mother's body. During feeding, the container repeats the dynamics of the breast, bending and lengthening. Soft silicone, which is used in production, is completely safe, and is also used in cosmetic medicine. The disadvantage of such a bottle is that it is not recommended to sterilize it for a long time.
Plastic	Plastic feeding bottles are made from: polypropylene; polyethersulfone. Polypropylene bottles have a white matte shade, and from polyethersulfone - transparent, like glass. Also, the weight of plastic bottles is less. It is very important to pay attention to the fact that the material does not contain harmful phthalates, BPA and PVC.

Modern technology makes it possible to produce many different shapes of feeding bottles. When choosing, it is necessary to give preference to exactly the type that will be comfortable for your baby.

Table number 2. What are the shapes of feeding bottles?

Types of baby bottles in shape	Features / pros / cons
Classic	Many bottles have a classic shape, but they are wide, so it may be uncomfortable for a child to hold such a bottle in his hand.
Wide neck	If you plan to dilute mixtures in a bottle, then it is recommended to give preference to a product with a wide neck, and containers with a narrow neck are suitable for juice or water.
curly	A bottle with a notch in the middle, the baby is comfortable to hold in his hand. But it is worth considering that such a container will be inconvenient to wash.
Curved (anti-colic)	Many baby bottles have an anti-colic system that prevents air from being swallowed while eating. Such systems are of two types: with a tubule or hole in the nipple; Reservoir - internal built-in system. The first type of bottle is cheaper in cost, but they start to leak faster, and the mechanism itself is not so effective. The presence of an anti-colic system is important for babies up to 6 months old, as well as for those babies who have digestive problems.

Feeding bottles also differ in the following criteria:

Bottles are different volume, so it is important to select them independing on the age of the baby. For babies and newborns, the appropriate size is 100-200 ml, for older ones - 250-260 ml.
Scale-gradation in ml, which is applied to the surface of the bottle, can be either painted or convex. The best option would be to purchase a bottle with a convex scale, because due to frequent use, the drawn markings may be erased over time. The accuracy of the scale is very important if you plan to dilute mixtures in the bottle.
Some models of feeding bottles are equipped with temperature scale . It allows you to control the temperature of the mixture. V Lately bottles have appeared on the market that change color when the liquid in the bottle reaches the required temperature. Such models are coated with a special invisible paint that is sensitive to heat changes.

Table number 4. What types of nipples are used in feeding bottles?

Types of nipples for baby bottles	Description / pros / cons
By material.	According to the material of manufacture of the nipples, as they are: latex,silicone. Silicone nipples are more durable, while latex ones are softer. Children often prefer the latter, because they feel more like human skin.
To size.	The size of the pacifier should increase in accordance with the growth of the child: No. 1 - the first month; No. 2 - the second month; No. 3 - third - sixth month; · No. 4 - from the sixth month. But each manufacturer may have its own gradation, so you need to carefully read the explanations on the packaging.
By form.	According to the shape of the nipples are divided into: · anatomical; standard. The advantage of anatomical nipples is that they correspond anatomical structure oral cavity, and the standard ones have an oblong shape, they have a narrow base and a long nipple. It is important to note that the standard ones have a narrower neck, and they do not fit wide bottles.
By the number of holes (flow rate).	The size and number of holes in the nipple determines the rate of fluid flow. If the pressure is small, the child may quickly get tired and not eat, and if it is too large, it may choke. The intensity of the flow of food changes with the growth of the child, it is regulated by the number of holes on the nipple. For newborns, nipples with 1 hole must be used. For babies 2-3 months old - with 2 holes - slow flow. For children from 3 months - with 3 holes - medium flow. Also, from the age of 3-4 months, you can use the variable flow nipple, it has a hole in the form of a slot , this allows you to adjust the flow rate. At six months of age and older, a 4-hole nipple can be used - fast flow. In order for the child to quickly learn to drink from a cup, at the age of 6 months, you can use a special nipple spout for feeding.

Today, there are a large number of brands that sell bottles. Let's look at the most popular of them.

Which baby bottles are better: an overview of baby bottles of popular brands in the table

Table number 4. Baby bottles from top brands: pros, cons, features

Name / manufacturer / price	Pros/Cons
Nuby (USA). approximate price- 310-1000 rubles.	The manufacturer has a well-established reputation as a supplier that does not use such harmful substances like phthalates, bisphenol-A and PVC. Some models have temperature sensors. The nipples also have an anti-vacuum valve. Minus - high cost.
Chicco nature (Italy). Approximate price - 410-600 rubles.	Special physiological nipple makes it possible to feed baby lung and simple process. The manufacturer makes sure that the feeding is as close as possible to breastfeeding. Among the minuses can be noted only big weight glass bottles.
Canpol (Poland). Approximate price - 310-520 rubles.	The silicone nipple has increased strength and an anti-colic mechanism. The wide neck and ergonomic shape allow the bottle to be comfortably held in the hand. Minus: the markup is quickly erased.
World of childhood (Russia). Approximate price - 100-400 rubles.	The ergonomic shape allows the baby to comfortably hold the bottle in his hand. Material - heat-resistant plastic. Anticolic system. Cons: unreliable scale and narrow neck.
NUK First Choice (Germany). Approximate price - 250-600 rubles.	Has high quality and bright color solutions. The bottles come with a variety of anti-colic and orthopedic nipples. Periodically there are complaints of a narrow neck.
Avent (England). Approximate price - 460-1000 rubles.	The products of this company are compact, wide neck and anti-colic system. The wide base of the nipple resembles the mother's breast as much as possible, this is necessary for the formation of the correct bite.
Tommee Tippee (Great Britain). Approximate price - 160-500 rubles.	Innovative anti-colic system, the shape of the nipple perfectly repeats the female breast. Cons: the unique shape of the bottle brings inconvenience during washing.
Dr. Brown's (USA). Approximate price - 450-600 rubles.	The bottles have a unique system that prevents air from being swallowed during feeding. concave shape makes it possible to achieve an effective anti-colic effect. But periodically there are complaints that the bottle acquires an unpleasant odor over time.

Anti-colic feeding bottle - application, best models

It is very important for the comfortable growth of the baby - this is the absence of colic. Of course, it is not always easy to save a child from this problem. Feeding bottles must be selected as correctly as possible to minimize the possibility of colic in a child.

The anti-colic system is the fight against air bubbles in the bottle while eating. If, in the process of using a mixture or water, the baby swallows a large amount of air, then unpleasant ones may occur.

The anti-colic bottle consists of:

containers with measured divisions;
nipples and fixing ring;
pressure equalization systems and covers.

The best models that are equipped with the most effective anti-colic mechanism are: Tommee Tippee, Avent and others. Modern bottle manufacturers are constantly improving the performance of the anti-colic system in their products.

How to choose a feeding bottle?

The selection of bottles for feeding the baby must be taken seriously, the proper development of the baby and his health depend on it.

In the selection process, you need to pay attention to:

the material from which the bottle and nipple are made;
shape and volume;
type of nipple;
the presence of an anti-colic system;
scale accuracy and convenience.

How many bottles do you need to feed your baby?

During the purchase process, it is recommended to purchase several bottles at once, one for feeding, and the second for water. You also need to consider that the baby may not like the bottle you have purchased, so you should take into account the fact that you may need to purchase several more options. Baby on artificial feeding several bottles are needed, and sometimes one is enough for a child. Each mother must decide for herself how many feeding bottles she needs.

How to sterilize feeding bottles?

Use to disinfect feeding bottles various methods sterilization:

Boiling. Applies to glass bottles only.
Sterilization with microwave oven . The bottle and nipple are placed in a pot of water and covered with a lid. Estimated sterilization time in the microwave is 5-10 minutes.
Sterilization in cold water using special antiseptic agents.
Sterilization with electric steam sterilizers .

The choice of bottle sterilization method depends on the capabilities, personal preferences and lifestyle of the parents. Conservative mothers will prefer boiling, and those who do not have much time for sterilization will choose an electric sterilizer or microwave.

A baby feeding bottle is the one thing every mom should have. It can be useful for both artificial and breastfeeding.

What are the bottles?

Bottles differ from each other in shape, size and material. They have their own advantages and disadvantages.

Bottle shape

Standard feeding bottles are cylindrical in shape. They are elongated and narrow, because of which they can turn over while pouring liquid into them.

Models with a wide neck are more convenient. These bottles are stable, can be filled with any food and are easy to clean.

There are many curly bottles with a ribbed surface and tapering in the middle, which the child can hold in his hands on his own. They are very comfortable but hard to clean.

Special anti-colic bottles have a slightly curved shape. This form helps to avoid colic and intestinal problems in babies. The anti-colic system is equipped with valves that prevent air from entering the baby's stomach.

The most optimal are wide bottles without any bends that do not require complex care.

Bottle size differences

Newborn babies drink a lot a small amount of liquids, so small bottles of 80-150 ml are suitable for them.

Toddlers who are six months old or more will need more capacious containers of at least 250 ml in size. The volume can be determined by the scale. More capacious bottles are ideal for cereals and soups, smaller ones are better for storing water or juice. As the baby gets older, the bottle can be replaced drinking cup-transformer.

According to the size of the neck, baby bottles are divided into wide and narrow. A bottle with a wide neck is more suitable for a baby. The pacifier here reminds maternal nipple so the baby will not wean from the breast. Also from wide bottles you can feed the baby with cereals, they are easy to clean.

Material selection

glass bottles are highly environmentally friendly. Fire-resistant glass is used here, so cracks do not appear from hot liquid. These bottles wash well and are easy to use, they do not erase the volume scale. Their main disadvantages are heavy weight, difficulty in heating and the possibility of damage. Glass bottles can break, chipped over time.

Plastic The bottles are light and safe to use. They also withstand high temperatures and do not deform when boiling water is poured into them. Plastic products need to be changed often enough, they can be recolored by food, and with constant use cracks appear on them.

Also, when boiled, substances harmful to health can be formed in plastic.

Silicone The bottles are made from high quality materials. They weigh a little, they are designed not only for liquids, but also for thick foods - cereals and mashed potatoes. They have a drawback - a tendency to stain.

bottle teat

Almost all feeding bottles are equipped with matching teats. When choosing a pacifier, you should pay attention to its shape, material and hole size.

Nipple material

Nipples are silicone, rubber and latex.

Silicone products are more durable, can last for a long time and do not require maintenance special efforts.

Latex and rubber nipples quickly deform and become unusable, they have a taste and smell of rubber.

Nipple shapes

Nipples are released various forms, each of which is served as a copy natural form and features of the physiology of the maternal breast. If you are exclusively bottle feeding your baby, just experiment with various types nipple to find out which is best for your baby. If your baby gets both a bottle and a breast, use a nipple with a wide base.

It is important that the baby suckles on the thickened base of the nipple and not just the tip.

Standard ball nipple. The easiest to use is the standard nipple, which has elongated shape with a rounded top. Some of them are supplemented with special "skirts" that prevent air from being sucked in. As a rule, such nipples have a wide base, which is easiest for a child to wrap his lips around.

Orthodontic nipple. They have a slightly flattened shape. These nipples go deeper into the baby's mouth, causing a more natural movement of the tongue to extrude milk and help form the correct bite. At the same time, the use of orthodontic nipples causes some inconvenience, since it is necessary to decide “which side to turn the nipple”.

Retractable nipple. Manufacturers of such nipples position their use as the most imitating process of breast sucking, i.e. the baby needs to make an effort during sucking to get milk, and therefore, they are recommended for mixed feeding, when the baby receives both the breast and the bottle in order to avoid the baby from breastfeeding. This shape is designed to lengthen during suckling, but only if the baby opens her mouth wide enough and sucks hard enough to pull the nipple deep inside.

Most babies, however, only suckle the protruding part.

There are also anti-colic nipple models that help eliminate regurgitation and gastrointestinal Problems.

Before the first use, boil the teat for 5 minutes to sterilize it, and also to partially get rid of the taste of rubber.

To prevent your baby from choking on a nipple, follow the precautions indicated by the manufacturer on the packaging exactly.

The size of the holes in the nipple and their number

Teats are available with different opening widths for different liquids and with different amount holes, depending on the age of the child.

The hole in the nipple should be the most optimal for the age of your child: he should not choke, but at the same time he should not make incredible efforts to suck out milk.

For a newborn baby, the hole should be such that one drop per second will flow out of it when you hold the bottle upside down with a full nipple and do not shake it. For a newborn baby, it is better to purchase a nipple with one small hole so that it does not choke when feeding.

It is important to track in time that the child is ready to switch to more holes in the nipple. If an older baby is offered the same nipple with one small hole, it is more difficult for the child to suckle, he can quickly get tired and therefore malnourished. If you see that the baby is trying his best, and quickly gets tired of sucking, and his cheeks sink in during sucking, the hole may be too small.

An older baby who can already suckle more vigorously or eat liquid porridge will benefit from a nipple with several larger holes that allow you to adjust the flow rate. All nipple bottles have recommendations for the age they are suitable for.

Lifespan of bottles and nipples

Glass bottles have the longest shelf life. With regard to plastic models, manufacturers do not set specific terms for possible operation. Bottles used for tea and juices should be changed once every six months. Silicone nipples can last three to six months, while latex nipples can last no more than two months. Their expiration date is indicated on the packaging.

How many and what size bottles are needed for a newborn?

Take 120ml bottles to start with, and once you have determined the type, bottle and nipple shape that is most convenient for your baby to feed, and your baby will drink more than 120ml per feeding, switch to 240ml bottles.

Children who are on artificial feeding you will need about 6 bottles different sizes. This amount is necessary for timely sterilization and preparation new mixture. For water, you can use containers with a volume of 100-150 ml.

Breastfed babies require a pair of small round bottles with a capacity of 100 to 120 ml and wide nipples, similar in shape to a woman's nipple. They may be useful for food.

How to wash and sterilize bottles?

Bottles need regular cleaning. To clean them, you can use salt or soda, as well as some special detergents for children's dishes. Food often remains on the neck and bottom of the bottle, which is convenient to wash with a special brush-brush. Such a brush must also be carefully processed.

Methods for sterilizing bottles and nipples

Teats and bottles must be sterilized after each use.

The most common sterilization method is boiling. The bottles are placed in boiling water for 5-10 minutes, and then wrapped in a clean towel. Plastic products can be deformed by boiling, so you should read the instructions before such sterilization.

Electric steam sterilizers imply the processing of nipples and bottles in a disassembled state for 8-12 minutes. For processing, you can use a special microwave sterilizer. It costs more but is easy to use. The disassembled bottles are placed first in special container With cold water, and then - in the microwave itself for 6-8 minutes at a certain power. The exact sterilization time is indicated in the instructions. Can also be used for microwave sterilization special packages. Water is poured there, and then bottles are placed in them.

Feeding items can also be sterilized in a special non-toxic solution. For this in cold water tablets are placed. They are safe and kill bacteria quickly. Bottles in such a solution are conveniently sterilized in special containers or other containers with lids. Such sterilization takes half an hour, bottles and nipples can be in solution even for a day.

Processed bottles should be used immediately, as sterility does not last long. Feeding supplies should be sterilized before the child is one year old.

How to choose a bottle: additional selection criteria

Sets are often sold, which include bottles of different sizes, nipples, caps, coasters, various nozzles and tubes.

When buying, pay attention to the cap of the bottle. Tightness is important here, nothing should open when shaking. All items from the set must be durable and resistant to damage. Accessories can be included here, such as detachable handles, with which the baby can independently hold the bottle.

The bottle must be comfortable shape and consist of environmentally friendly materials. It is better to choose a model without polycarbonate, the packaging should have an inscription: “Does not contain bisphenol A”.

Video - how to choose a bottle

Which bottle is best?

Philips Avent (England)

All bottles of this company are compact, have a wide neck and an anti-colic system. Products are subject to preliminary testing and certification. The Avent silicone nipple, similar in shape to a woman's nipple, has a special valve that lets air into the bottle and prevents the formation of a vacuum. Also, the nipple has five fluid flow modes, which can be adjusted by turning the bottle.

Most frequent reviews parents about this product- positive, among the shortcomings note the high cost.

Estimated cost 450-100 0r.

DC. Brown (USA)

The bottles of this American company have an anti-colic effect. They have a built-in ventilation system that prevents the child from swallowing air. Excess air passes inside through holes on the outside of the sleeve and further along the tube. As they feed, air gradually replaces the liquid without mixing with it.

Among mothers, there are complaints about difficulties when washing, some noted that the bottle acquires a specific smell over time.

Estimated cost 430-600 rubles.

Medela Calma (Switzerland)

Swiss bottles are ideal for expressed breast milk. Comfortable nipple creates a vacuum effect. This helps to ensure feeding close to breastfeeding. It also has a ventilation system. The bottles are made of high quality silicone, do not contain harmful impurities.

Among the large number of positive reviews, there are complaints about the high cost, too much milk flow - the child chokes, as well as the laboriousness of assembly.

Estimated cost 700-100 0r.

Nuk (Germany)

bottles German company durable and high quality. Many models have bright colors. Feeding from them resembles natural. The bottles come with a variety of orthodontic and anti-colic nipples.

Buyers are dominated positive reviews on the effectiveness of the anti-colic system, among the shortcomings were complaints about the narrow neck

Estimated cost 260-600 rubles.

Chicco (Italy)

The nipples of this company have physiological and unique design. Anti-colic bottles are different original form. As a rule, this model is preferred by those mothers who have chosen glass bottles for feeding their baby.

Even if the mother is going to feed the baby exclusively breast milk, just in case, it is worth having at least one baby bottle at home. And mothers of artificial babies need a whole arsenal of this necessary “utensils”. How to choose the best bottles for a newborn?

Criteria for choosing a good baby bottle

Size, volume, shape

Newborns do not need bottles for "growth", large volume and intricate shapes. Choose between 80ml and 140ml with straight or slightly concave sides for easier handling and easier cleaning. There are bottles with traditional (narrow) and wide necks: the latter are easier to clean and more convenient to use, but nipples from one model with a wide neck may not fit another.

Bottle material: glass or plastic?

Glass is the perfect material for the first bottle, hygienic and resistant to sterilization, but the disadvantage of glass models is that they are heavy and can break. Polypropylene plastic bottles are lightweight and durable. There are also disadvantages: plastic quickly scratches and loses its presentation, not all specimens can be boiled, and harmful impurities may be present in cheap models. There are also soft bottles: they are made of medical grade silicone.

Pacifier - material and shape

Latex nipples are soft, but short-lived, while silicone nipples are more durable, more hygienic, but tougher. The shape of the nipple can be round, orthodontic or mimic the shape of the breast. It is impossible to predict what the baby will like. It is important to choose a teat with the correct flow - for newborns it is 0+ (1 hole), and from 1 month - 1+ (2 holes).

Anti-colic system

Due to various devices, it provides a natural flow of air into the bottle, so that air does not get to the tip of the nipple, and therefore into the baby's tummy, reducing the possibility of colic and regurgitation.

scaling

Unfortunately, not all bottles can boast of the fidelity of the divisions applied to it. The deviation can be up to 10%! At home, checking the accuracy of the scale is very simple: pour 100 g clean water room temperature in a bottle. Its volume should correspond to 100 ml.

Baby bottle manufacturers: who is better?

When choosing a bottle, the name of the manufacturer should be one of the main criteria. Notable companies: Philips Avent, Medela, Dr. Brown, Nuk, Pigeon, Tommee Tippee and other European, Japanese and American brands spend a lot of time and money on research and careful control product quality. That is why their bottles are the safest, but also not cheap: the average price is 600-800 rubles.

When choosing from more affordable options, pay attention to Canpol Babies (according to the manufacturer, all materials are of European origin, and the design and set of options are almost as good as popular brands).

If the budget is limited, it is better to choose domestic products (“ Kurnosiki», « The world of childhood"). They can't brag modern design, anatomical shape and anti-colic system, but at least they are made of safe materials. Needless to say, little-known bottles of dubious quality should remain on store shelves, or better not to get there at all.

Rating of the best baby bottles - TOP-9

From the bottle, believing that the baby will then refuse the breast. However, all fears will be unfounded if you choose the right pacifier. It depends on her how easily the baby will be able to move from the bottle to the breast.

Conventionally, all nipples differ in shape, material, and fluid flow rate. Latex (rubber) nipples smell like rubber and have a yellowish tint. Young parents are often deceived by the softness of latex, and they buy such nipples, soon discovering their fragility (usually they last a couple of months at most). In addition, latex is rarely, but still capable of causing allergies in infants. The other material, silicone, is harder but much stronger. It is easy to distinguish it from latex: it is transparent, has no color, taste and smell. And, of course, silicone is hypoallergenic. Therefore, pediatricians are advised to purchase silicone nipples.

There are also, in fact, only two forms of nipples. One of them has been with us since Soviet times. Surely you remember simple elongated nipples - "cylinders". A child of any age (but especially) is not recommended to drink from such a nipple, since it is much easier to grab it than mother's breast, and small children, as you know, do not like to "work". But even if your baby is completely on, the standard nipple can deform the bite due to its non-physiological shape. It is best to find a pacifier that mimics the shape of a female nipple. With it, even the most fastidious babies will be able to adapt to the alternation of breast and bottle without any problems, without putting forward ultimatums to their mother. In addition, the "physiological" nipple is guaranteed not to spoil the bite.

Equally important for babies who combine breast and bottle is the rate of fluid flow. Basically, it depends on the number and size of holes in the nipple. Ideally, a mother should have a nipple ready for expressed milk or formula, and separate nipples for juice, tea, and more solid foods (soups, cereals). The most logical and understandable system of flow rates and their correspondence to children's ages have nipples. This silicone pacifier with one or two holes has a slow flow, designed for newborns or toddlers of any age who are on. But three holes (medium flow) are suitable for bottle-fed babies from the age of three months. Four-hole nipple provides fast flow for older babies. The last "stage" is the changing flow. This is a nipple for thick liquids with only one, but a slotted hole, and the flow rate can be changed by turning the bottle until the marks I, II, III on the nipple coincide with the baby's nose.

The reason why parents shouldn't add or increase the size of the nipple hole themselves is simple: both latex and silicone easily "disperse", the hole becomes larger than necessary, and the child may choke on too quickly incoming liquid.

The last thing to keep in mind when choosing a nipple is the presence of a mechanism that prevents the formation of a vacuum in the bottle and the nipple sticking together. On the same bottle Philips Avent such a mechanism - a unique one-piece valve system - is placed directly on the "skirt" of the nipple, which is rare (usually the valve is located directly in the container itself). When a baby drinks liquid from a bottle, the outside of the nipple creates a curve that allows air to enter the bottle, thereby preventing a vacuum from forming inside the bottle. This is necessary so that the baby makes sucking movements in almost the same way as when breastfeeding, without breaking away from the nipple and without swallowing air, which often causes intestinal, tormenting newborns. The anti-colic effect of this bottle is clinically proven. The studies carried out have shown that two week old babies bottle-fed Philips AVENT experienced fewer stomach pains than babies fed with conventional bottles. In addition, the silicone nipple mimics the shape of the female nipple as much as possible, helping mom to breastfeed for longer. This pacifier is ideal for all children who are on mixed diet. The bottle itself is made of plastic. There are two container options that are BPA-free, meaning 100% safe for your baby. These bottles are convenient to use as they are fully compatible with Philips AVENT breast pumps, feeding spouts and caps.

If you're still not entirely sure you'll be able to make the right choice once you're at the counter, try consulting your pediatrician or exchanging personal experience with other mothers. This opportunity is provided to everyone on the updated Philips AVENT page at www.philips.ru/AVENT. After reading full information Based on the aspects of bottle feeding that interest you, you can more easily determine which bottles and teats are right for your baby.

Discussion

We did not have the problem of breast rejection, although at first they were afraid to even give a pacifier. But when you need a bottle - there were problems. After feeding, the baby cried a lot, apparently sucked in air and suffered from this with her tummy. The pediatrician advised me to replace Avent with anti-colic bottles, and it helped. Dr. Brown helped us out a lot - after her there were no colic, and they didn’t abandon the chest, we were on the NE up to 2 years

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