Mothers all have the consciousness and habit of changing the milk bottle regularly. So, how often should the milk bottle be replaced? The feeding bottle supplier shares for you:
Baby bottles also have a shelf life
At present, there are 3 types of baby bottles that mothers can buy, plastic bottles, glass bottles, and stainless steel bottles. The milk bottles of 3 different materials have a different shelf life. The shelf life of plastic bottles is 3–5 years, the shelf life of stainless steel bottles is 8–10 years, and glass bottles have no shelf life and can be used for a long time. However, the long-term use of milk bottles, the hygienic cleaning situation after reuse is far worse than before, in addition to thoroughly disinfecting the milk bottles, repurchasing new milk bottles will be more healthy and hygienic.
When should I replace the feeding bottle for my baby?
1. The bottle has passed the shelf life
Although there is no data at present to indicate what harmful substances will be produced after the bottle expires, there will be hidden dangers of bacteria in the bottle after long-term use, both inside and outside the bottle. For the sake of the baby’s health, it is necessary to develop a good habit of replacing the new bottle regularly, generally only once every 4–6 months.
2. There is a crack in the bottle
If there is a crack in the glass bottle, it is natural to buy a new bottle for the baby, otherwise, it will easily hurt the baby. In addition, if the plastic and stainless steel bottles have scratches, you need to replace the baby with a new bottle. The scratch is a sanitary corner. Any cleaning method may make the bottle unhygienic, and it will be more secure to replace the new bottle.
3. There is dirt inside the bottle
The dirt inside the bottle is not just the “black dirt” we imagined. Under the long-term foaming of milk bottles, if the cleaning is not thorough, it is easy to form a layer of yellow material under the accumulation of milk dirt, which is also an important “sign” that needs to be replaced with a new bottle for the baby.
How many bottles are reasonable for your baby?
If the mother is breastfeeding her baby, you can prepare two bottles, one for the baby to drink water and one for the baby. If the mommy is the “back-feeding mother” of the office worker, you can also prepare an extra bottle and squeeze the milk into the bottle.
The nipple of the bottle should be changed frequently
The milk bottle has a period of use, so it is recommended to replace it in time. The nipple is a consumable. After long-term use, it will become hard and spoiled. The more disinfection times, the faster the aging rate. Therefore, it is recommended to replace the silicone teether every 30 days, and the latex nipple every 21 to 30 days. Similarly, if there is any damage, it should be replaced immediately.
