Selecting Baby Bottles and Nipples

Suneetha Malkani

Oct 04 2023

<div style=' background:#FFFFFF;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana;width:auto;padding:5px;max-height:100%;'><p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow: visible; cursor: text; clear: both; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW154746174 BCX0" paraid="497312515" paraeid="{4a37819a-be05-44f0-9a88-366119fef84f}{68}" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext;">When it comes to providing for your little one, baby bottles and nipples are essential items. Without fancy descriptions or corporate jargon, let's explore what you need to know.<span class="EOP SCXW154746174 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;"> <p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow: visible; cursor: text; clear: both; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW154746174 BCX0" paraid="1182215539" paraeid="{4a37819a-be05-44f0-9a88-366119fef84f}{74}" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Choosing the Right Baby Bottle<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Material Matters: Baby bottles typically come in two materials - plastic and glass. Plastic bottles are lightweight and durable, while glass bottles are easy to clean and don'tcontain any potential chemicals that some plastics might have.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Size Isn't Everything: Babies have different needs as they grow. Start with smaller bottles for newborns and transition to larger ones as they consume more milk.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW154746174 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Shape and Nipple Type: Bottles come in various shapes, from traditional to angled. Nipple types also differ – some mimic natural breasts, while others are designed for specific purposes, like reducing gas.<span class="EOP SCXW154746174 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;"> </div><a href='null'><div><img height='400px' width='auto;' class='img_dynaPost' src='/BlitzMobiImages/consumers/company551995499/mediafiles/7c62khyJ268.tmp'/></div></a><div style=' background:#FFFFFF;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana;width:auto;padding:5px;max-height:100%;'><p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow: visible; cursor: text; clear: both; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW197273504 BCX0" paraid="723295016" paraeid="{4a37819a-be05-44f0-9a88-366119fef84f}{118}" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext;">Ease of Cleaning: Consider how easy it is to clean the bottle. Bottles with wide necks or minimal parts tend to be simpler to wash.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Selecting Nipples<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Flow Rate: Nipples come with varying flow rates. Slow flow suits newborns, while faster flows are for older babies. This affects how quickly milk or formula comes out.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Material: Nipples are usually made from latex or silicone. Silicone is <span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-repeat: repeat-x; background-position: left bottom; background-image: var(--urlContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); border-bottom: 1px solid transparent;">more durable and easy to clean, but some babies prefer the softer feel of latex.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Shape and Design: Nipples can have different shapes and designs. Some mimic the natural breast, while others are orthodontic in shape, which might help with oral development.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW197273504 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span class="EOP SCXW197273504 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;"> </div><a href='null'><div><img height='400px' width='auto;' class='img_dynaPost' src='/BlitzMobiImages/consumers/company551995499/mediafiles/FYwhPJ2i269.tmp'/></div></a><div style=' background:#FFFFFF;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana;width:auto;padding:5px;max-height:100%;'><p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow: visible; cursor: text; clear: both; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><p class="Paragraph SCXW98198311 BCX0" paraid="590401071" paraeid="{4a37819a-be05-44f0-9a88-366119fef84f}{168}" style="margin-bottom: 0px; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext;">Caring for Baby Bottles and Nipples<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Cleaning Routine: Rinse bottles and nipples immediately after use to prevent milk from drying and sticking. Use a bottle brush and mild soap to clean thoroughly. Sterilize them by boiling or using a sterilizer.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Inspect for Damage: Regularly check bottles and nipples for any signs of wear and tear, like cracks or discoloration. Damaged items should be replaced immediately.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Assembly: Assemble bottles and nipples carefully, ensuring they fit snugly to prevent leaks.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Storage: Store bottles and nipples in a clean and dry place and cover them to keep out dust.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="background-color: transparent; user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Replace Regularly: Bottles and nipples have a lifespan. As your baby grows, they might need different sizes and types of nipples.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;">Buying and caring for baby bottles and nipples is a practical <span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-repeat: repeat-x; background-position: left bottom; background-image: var(--urlSpellingErrorV2, url('data:image/svg+xml;base64,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')); border-bottom: 1px solid transparent;">endeavor. Choose materials, sizes, and designs that suit your baby's needs. Regular cleaning and inspection are vital for your baby's health and safety. By keeping it simple and straightforward, you'll be well-prepared to provide the best for your little one.<span data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-IN" lang="EN-IN" class="TextRun SCXW98198311 BCX0" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif; font-variant-ligatures: none !important;"><span class="EOP SCXW98198311 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="user-select: text; -webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19.425px; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_EmbeddedFont, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;"> </div>

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Navigating Mental Health: A Silent Crisis in the Indian Diaspora

The Indian diaspora in the United States is often heralded for its success stories. From dominating Silicon Valley to excelling in medicine, engineering

Mysilsila Fortnight Digest- Edition 6

The Competition Commission of India approved the proposed combination involving Reliance Industries Limited, Viacom18 Media Private Limited, Digital18 Media Limited, Star India

Ganeshotsav: From a Religious Festival to a Tool of Nationalist Mobilization

Ganeshotsav, the 10-day long festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, has roots that stretch back through the ages, intertwining spirituality with

India’s Paralympic Breakthrough: Personal Triumphs and Historic Milestones

India’s participation in the Paris 2024 Paralympics was marked by deeply personal stories of athletes who overcame various challenges to secure medals for

Navigating Health Insurance: A Guide for Indian Expats in the USA

Understanding health insurance in the USA can be complex, especially for Indian expats who are new to the system. This guide aims to provide clear and practical information to help navigate health

Networking Tips for Indian Entrepreneurs in the USA

Americans appreciate authenticity. Show genuine interest in others by asking questions about their work, interests, and experiences. Active listening demonstrates respect and helps build meaningful

Navigating Fall Job Fairs: A Guide for Indian Students and Professionals

Fall job fairs present an excellent opportunity for Indian students and professionals in the United States to connect with potential employers, network with industry professionals, and explore career

Mysilsila Fortnight Digest - 5th Edition

British authorities have now arrested more than 1,000 people following days of rioting involving violence, arson and looting as well as racist actions. This unrest was sparked by misinformation, after 3 young girls were stabbed at a

UK invites India’s young women to be High Commissioner for a Day

The British High Commission is providing Indian women aged 18 to 23 with an exceptional chance to experience the role of a leading UK diplomat for a day.

Finding Community: Indian Cultural Organizations in Major U.S. Cities

Indian cultural organizations in major U.S. cities play a significant role in providing this community support. These organizations offer various activities, resources, and events that ce

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