The way your baby eats and acts during mealtime is dependent upon multiple factors, including his feeding source. Because bottles vary in characteristics, it may be hard to know which bottle to choose. However, there are a few bottles out there that are being heralded as some of the best in the market.
BornFree Baby Bottle
Named top of the list of baby bottles by Consumer Search, the BornFree plastic bottle's wide features allow for easy cleaning and easy latching to the nipple. They are also made from a plastic containing no Bisphenol-A , or BPA, a chemical thought to leach into the liquid when heated. Though still being studied, the chemical is thought to increase the risk of breast and prostate cancers, as well as ovarian cysts. The bottle also features a ventilation system, which allows less air into the stomach, and a valve to lessen the chance of leaks. It's offered in 5 ounce and 9 ounce sizes.
Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Bottle
Dr. Brown's Natural Flow bottle is touted for its good ventilation system to prevent against excessive air intake and gas discomfort in the belly, as well as colic. The bottle features smaller nipples, a good feature for babies who do not respond well to wider ones. It is also BPA-free and is offered in a variety of shapes and sizes, including 2 ounce, 4 ounce and 8 ounce.
The First Years BreastFlow Bottle
The First Years BreastFlow bottle is a top choice for moms whose babies struggle with switching from breast to bottle. To limit confusion, the bottle features a double-layered nipple that encourages babies to use proper latching and sucking techniques. Because of this, some users see the Breastflow bottle as a good way to teach babies who find it hard to latch to the breast. This bottle is BPA-free and available in 5 ounce sizes.
The First Years Soothie Baby Bottle
The First Years Soothie Baby bottle also helps babies in the move from breast to bottle. This BPA-free bottle is touted by users for ease in holding and assembling, as well as ease in getting babies to latch to the bottle. The Soothie bottle uses medical-grade silicone nipples instead of rubber, making them more likely to last and less likely to crack. The bottle comes in 9 ounce and 5 ounce sizes.
The Adiri Natural Nurser
Winner of the Medical Design Excellence Award in 2008, the Adiri Natural Nurser allows for quick preparation, as well as ease in transition from breast to bottle with its unique nipple design. It also features a vent in the cap to prevent against nipple-collapse and excessive air intake. The bottle comes in three stages, allowing the bottle to grow with your baby and his food intake. The bottles are BPA-free and come in 8 ounce sizes.
