Feeding little and often takes up a lot of your time when you have a newborn. If you're using bottles to feed your baby expressed breast milk or formula, the choices and finding the best baby bottles for newborns can sometimes be confusing.
While there’s no evidence that a certain type of teat or bottle is better than any other, we’ve written this post to simplify things a little, and help you find the right type of bottle that works well for both you and your baby.
Key things to look for in a baby bottle
- Anti-colic features: Many newborns experience gas and colic, so bottles with built-in venting systems can help reduce air intake.
- Teat shape: Look for bottle teats that mimic a breast in shape and movement to encourage a natural latch. Slow-flow teats are usually best for newborns and babies under 3 months, although this isn’t always the case as all babies are unique.
- Easy cleaning: Bottles with wide necks are easier to clean. Dishwasher-safe components and self-sterilising functionality are also a plus and will help save you time and effort between feeds.
- Bottle material: Options include plastic, glass, and silicone. Ensure any plastic bottles you use are BPA-free.
- Durability and quality: If you notice that your baby’s bottle is damaged, scratched or cracked, it’s a good idea to replace it. Baby bottle teats need to be changed regularly, too. We recommend replacing your bottle teats every two months or at the first sign of any damage or weakness.
Explaining Tommee Tippee baby bottles
No two babies are the same, and neither are our self-sterilising bottles. They can both be used to feed expressed breast milk or formula, and are designed to provide anti-colic protection, but there are some key differences that set them apart.
Our Natural Start® bottles support your nurturing instincts when introducing your baby to bottle feeding. They come in a range of materials, including soft, squishy silicone and glass.
If a baby needs extra anti-colic support, our Advanced Anti-Colic™ bottles are specially designed to ease the discomfort of colic, gas and reflux.
