Pregnancy is a happy time that many mothers then often remember and want to relive. Of course, some women are overcome with toxicosis, swelling and allergies, but all this, like pain during childbirth, is forgotten quite quickly. The first movements, the heartbeat on ultrasound and pleasant chores remain in my memory.
With great responsibility, expectant mothers approach the purchase of necessary things for a newborn. Clothing, hygiene items, diapers and soothers - everything should be ready for the appearance of crumbs. However, it is completely in vain to think that the baby will need the first dishes only with the introduction of complementary foods.
Unfortunately, not all newly minted mothers manage to establish such a coveted breastfeeding. Therefore, just in case, the house should have a very important item - an anti-face bottle.
Why is it needed?
Any pediatrician will tell you that not one, even the most expensive, mixture can be compared with breast milk. The unique composition, which contains the necessary substances, hormones and enzymes, is very similar to the composition of the tissues and cells of the baby. In addition, breast milk is perfectly digested, and its components and consistency change with your baby.
But if mom is going to breastfeed (the most preferred option), then why do I need an anti-colic bottle for feeding? Note that according to the recommendations of the World Health Organization, the child should not be given dummies and bottle-fed. But in the end, only a mother can decide what is best for her baby, so listen to yourself - even in the absence of experience you will instinctively make the right choice.
Many young parents turn to bottle feeding because of the need. It happens that a mother must go to classes at the institute or early to go to work - unfortunately, in the modern world the most difficult thing with time, which is always lacking. Then women begin to express breast milk so that nannies or grandmothers can always feed the baby.
Choose a bottle
For the first time visiting a children's store, future parents are in real shock from the variety of products that modern manufacturers offer. It seems that a new one can be invented in relation to such a simple accessory as a baby bottle?
Models with two types of nipples (latex or silicone), made of plastic and glass, as well as various volumes of bottles - the most famous brands organized a real competition for each buyer. But when an anti-colic bottle appeared, then for most mothers the problem of choice was solved by itself.
The secret of the anti-colic bottle
At first, the price seemed a little overpriced, and many doubted that an ordinary bottle would be able to solve the issue with colic, which most often excites babies. And we will not give false hope to newly-minted parents: an anti-colic bottle is not able to cure a child of abdominal pain. However, this item can indeed reduce the likelihood of their occurrence.
Colic in newborns occurs most often due to air that enters during feeding. Due to the vacuum that forms in a regular bottle, the baby has to break away from feeding and take air in his mouth. Thus, air enters the stomach and causes discomfort to the baby. Intolerable screams, sleepless nights, gas pipes and the helplessness of parents - pediatricians shrug and say that colic will pass as the child grows older.
In any pharmacy, there are at least five drugs that will probably help the baby cope with colic. No less popular means in the fight against this childhood ailment are anti-colic bottles. Reviews of mothers note a completely different behavior of the child when using a regular and anti-colic bottle.
The latter is equipped with a special valve that passes air into the bottle, resulting in the formation of bubbles on the surface of the milk (or mixture). Thanks to this system, the child can not be interrupted during meals.
Phillips avent
One of the most popular children's manufacturers is Phillips Avent. The range for mothers and babies includes:
- radio and video nannies;
- breast pumps and sterilizers;
- dishes for feeding and storage;
- heaters and thermobags;
- dummies and other accessories.
The company's specialists do not stop improving products for young consumers, so today the Avent anti-colic bottle is equipped with an innovative double-valve system.
Natural Series
Parents who choose products of the British brand for their children note several advantages:
- Universality. All Avent products are compatible with each other, and are equipped with a wide neck, which makes it easy to add the mixture to the bottle.
- Security. In the manufacture of dishes do not use harmful substances.
- Comfort. The bottle is easy to disassemble, wash and assemble - even a young dad will cope with this simple task.
The most popular was the Avent Natural series. Many pediatricians warn that with the start of bottle feeding, the baby may stop taking breasts. For this reason, the company's designers have developed a wide nipple. Its shape repeats the female breast, so combining natural and bottle feeding will be quite simple.
The lower part of the nipple consists of special "petals" that make it more flexible and soft, providing comfort for the baby. In addition, the container itself fits comfortably in the hand.
Tommee tippee
No less in demand is the anti-colic bottle of Tommee Tippee. The specialists of this brand did not do with the ordinary valve. The Closer to Nature Anti-Colic Plus bottle series is truly unique.
This system is a combination of a tube and several valves that provide ventilation during feeding. Tommee Tippee's anti-colic bottle is equipped with a liquid temperature indicator. Pink color means a temperature above 37 degrees recommended for the baby. The blue color on the heat-sensitive tube indicates that feeding is currently safe.
Many parents note the unusual form of Closer to Nature, which provides a slow flow of fluid. The ultra soft silicone nipple has special transverse rings that mimic the natural movements of the female breast
Dr. Brown's
Bottles of Dr. Brown's are equipped with perhaps the most inventive anti-colic system:
- At the first stage, air enters through a special hole located in the nipple holder. In this case, there is no contact with breast milk or the mixture.
- Then the air makes its way through the ventilation system and is above the liquid.
- Due to the positive pressure, the nipple does not stick together, and the child calmly continues to eat.
Dr. Brown's - unique anti-colic bottles, reviews of which can easily be found on special resources for parents. Those who used such dishes in the period of colic confirm their marked decrease.
Of the minuses, young mothers note difficulties in care - the package includes five parts and a special brush for washing. In addition, the volume scale is made in transparent letters, which is quite inconvenient, for example, during night feedings. In general, the anti-colic bottle of Dr. Brown's does the job 100%.
One more argument
Almost every large manufacturer of children's goods produces anti-colic bottles, photos and reviews of which are presented on the Web. Most of them are equipped with one or more valves, while others boast innovative developments. Of course, this cannot but affect the price.
Unfortunately, nobody will guarantee you to get rid of colic. But there is another, no less important, point: young children usually eat for a long time, and if at this time there is air in the bottle, then the vitamins of mother's milk or a mixture can be oxidized. Thus, all the beneficial substances that the baby needs to receive disappear.
The difference in price between a regular and an anti-colic bottle is approximately 200-300 rubles, but you definitely should not save on the health and comfort of the baby.