Source: Gemeinsame Elterninitiative Plötzlicher Säuglingstod (GEPS) Deutschland e.V. (German Joint Parent Cot Death Initiative) When choosing the right soother, the material of the teat also plays an important role, since you can choose between latex or silicone soothers. Latex particularly excels with its high elasticity, extreme resilience, high tensile and tearing strength, extraordinary flexibility, environmentally friendly disposal and the fact that it does not easily become statically charged, which means that latex does not attract dust. This type of soother is, therefore, particularly recommended for small children who are growing their first teeth. Silicone soothers, on the other hand, are easy to clean and are particularly resistant to temperature. They are free of harmful substances, boil-proof, odourless, transparent and have a smooth surface. If you are unsure which material is best for your child, you can also let him decide for himself - since many babies only accept one of the materials. Useful accessories for the soother There are a number of alternative soft bottles available on the internet or high street. Brands include Vital and Nuby bottles. However, these are not designed specifically for babies with a cleft, so parents should always consult with their Cleft Nurse Specialists before purchasing or using any of these. Teat size - What teat size do you want to use? Generally, most bottles come with a slow flow teat suitable for newborns, with babies generally moving to faster flow teats as their tummies get bigger. If you are breastfeeding and have a particularly fast let-down, your baby may prefer a faster flowing teat which requires them to work less hard for their dinner! As every material has its individual advantages and disadvantages, we offer a selection of robust baby drinking bottles made of glass as well as baby drinking bottles made of high-quality polypropylene (PP) and polyamide (PA), naturally free of BPA. The lightweight and unbreakable plastic material of the NUK baby drinking bottles is a good choice when on the go and promotes the learning effect when drinking, as the little ones can easily hold the weight of the bottle themselves without any danger. Baby bottles made of polyamide are highly transparent and come visually closer to the glass bottle. Baby bottles made of polypropylene, on the other hand, can be frozen and heated in the microwave.

With this system, the baby is ‘feeding themselves’ as they control the flow of milk, so it teaches babies to self-regulate. A “healthy” sleeping environment is important: the best place is cuddled up in a baby sleeping bag, on a firm mattress, in the baby’s own bed, in the parents’ bedroom. Babies should not be dressed too warmly – an additional blanket is normally unnecessary – and the room should be aired regularly. Gemeinsame Elterninitiative Plötzlicher Säuglingstod (GEPS) Deutschland e.V. (German Joint Parent Cot Death Initiative) The hole plays an important role too – in NUK Teats it is slightly offset. This means the milk mixes with the saliva and is more easily digested. However, plastic is neither as heat-resistant as glass and nor as scratchproof. When the bottles are scratched inside, you should replace them, as germs can settle in the scratches more easily.And as it is particularly important not to swallow any unnecessary air, our teats have an Anti Colic-Air System which lets the liquid flow naturally. Together with the different sizes of hole for food of different consistencies, it provides the basis for bottle feeding that helps prevent babies’ tummy pains in a natural way. An asymmetrically-shaped soother helps babies and toddlers to exercise their mouth and jaw muscles. However, if a soother is just in a baby´s mouth, not being “used”, it should be removed. Scientific study: Moral et al. BMC Pediatrics 2010, 10:6. For more information go to http://nuk.com/research Independent market research among 205 mothers, Germany 2018. (99% of the mothers confirmed that the NUK First Choice+ Control bottle does not cause colic).

Our demands for high quality are shown in our uncompromising choice of raw materials, product safety, environmental impact and constant quality control. Based on its own studies and scientific findings, NUK regularly optimises its product range. That is why we gave up using polycarbonate (PC) with its BPA content in our bottle production considerably long before the legal ban. Here is where you can find what you need to know about this topic. Generally speaking, all teats, whether they are made of silicone or latex, should be replaced every 1 to 2 months. Note: Bottles should not be handled/ scrubbed (outside surface) or wiped with a cloth until they have fully cooled down (if using steam or microwave to sterilize) as it will lead to the ink coming off the bottles. With excessive sterilization and/or rough scrubbing of the exterior of the bottle, the ink on some Dr Brown’s bottles may peel or fade over time.Cold water sterilisation (e.g. Milton fluid) – this is the recommended method as it may help your bottles to last longer.

Tip: If you would rather take a look at our glass baby bottles and find out more about them, go to our Baby Glass Bottles category. While CLAPA does supply specialist bottles and teats, our staff are not medically trained and cannot give advice as to which items would be suitable for your baby. Suitable for combination feeding* - the extra wide lip support simulates breast feeding as closely as possible Soon the probably most exciting and beautiful challenge of your life will begin: Your baby will be born and you, as a mum or dad, couldn't be happier or more proud about your little one! Especially in the first few months of life, you give your little darling a lot of attention and want to be perfectly equipped for all eventualities. The popular soother, which soothes your baby in every situation and provides gentle moments of well-being is an integral part of yours baby's basic equipment. The soother: For your child's healthy oral developmentTo prevent further issues, avoid over-sterilizing the bottle vessel for example leaving your bottle in a cold-water solution over night or all day, and do not aggressively wash the exterior.