With the improvement of people’s economic level, parents pay more attention to the safety and use experience of choosing infant feeding supplies. As a new feeding tool, silicone baby bottle has been favored by more and more parents because of its unique material advantages . So what is the silicone baby bottle, what are its advantages and disadvantages, what are the precautions for use and so on. This article will answer them all.
What is a silicone baby bottle?
A silicone baby bottle is a baby bottle made of food-grade silicone. Food grade silicone is a kind of polymer material, non-toxic and tasteless, with good high temperature resistance and softness. Food-grade is widely used in maternal and child products in recent years as a safe and environmentally friendly material.
Advantages of silicone baby bottles
1.Safety and environmental protection
The food-grade silicone material does not contain harmful substances such as bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates. It has high stability and will not release toxic substances when heated at high temperature. It is one of the safest options for infant feeding.
2.Soft and comfortable
The silicone baby bottle is soft and feels close to the mother’s skin, providing a close breastfeeding experience for baby. In addition, the soft material is also easy for the baby to grasp, which can help exercise the baby’s hand coordination.
3. High temperature resistance and durability
The silicone baby bottle has extremely strong heat resistance. It usually can withstand high temperatures above 200 ° C. It can be safely heated using steam sterilizers, boiling water disinfection and even microwave ovens. In addition, the silicone material has high flexibility. It is not easy to crack or deformation and has a long service life.
4. Anti-fall design
Unlike glass bottles, silicone bottles are not easy to break even if dropped, especially suitable for outside use or baby’s own use.
5. Anti-flatulence design
Most silicone baby bottles are equipped with anti-flatulence pacifiers, which can effectively reduce the baby’s swallowing of air and prevent discomfort.
Disadvantages of silicone baby bottle:
1. Higher price: The cost of silicone baby bottles is higher, and the market price is usually higher than that of glass or plastic baby bottles.
2.Easy to dust: silicone material is easy to absorb dust. It should be cleaned in time after use and stored in a clean environment.
3.Color may turn yellow: Long-term use or frequent exposure to high temperature, the silicone surface may appear slightly yellow, but it does not affect use.
4.Soft and unsupported: The material is soft and may require more careful operation when pouring milk powder or liquid.
How to properly use and maintain silicone baby bottles?
1. Disinfect before initial use: Silicone bottles should be thoroughly cleaned and sterilized with boiling water or steam before first use.
2.Wash after each use: After each feeding, the bottle should be cleaned in time and gently washed with a special bottle brush.
3.Avoid contact with sharp objects: It is necessary to avoid contact with sharp objects to prevent scratches.
4. Storage environment: Keep in a dry and clean environment to avoid long-term exposure to sunlight.
5. Replace the pacifier and bottle regularly: According to the frequency of use, it is recommended to replace the pacifier and bottle every 3-6 months to ensure the health and safety of the baby.
Pay attention when buying silicone baby bottles
1. Capacity selection: Choose the appropriate capacity according to the baby’s age. About 150ml is recommended for newborns, and 240ml or larger for older babies.
2. Choose a regular brand: Ensure that its material has passed international certification.
3. Complete accessories: Pay attention to whether the bottle is equipped with anti-flatness pacifier, sealing cap and other practical accessories.
Conclusion
Silicone baby bottles are becoming the preferred feeding tool for more and more parents because of their safety, softness and durability. From the perspective of the baby’s health and use experience, the silicone baby bottle is worth buying. Choosing a bottle suitable for your baby and doing a good job of daily cleaning and maintenance , it will provide better protection for the healthy growth of your baby. Like focuses on the production of silicone products and has its own baby products. It also can prodive customized services for silicone and plastic products.
