Often babies who are on artificial feeding, are exposed to various bacterial infections and diseases of the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract. Most often this happens due to non-compliance with hygiene rules, namely because of improper care of children's dishes. When asked whether it is necessary to sterilize bottles, you will be answered positively by any pediatrician. The immune system of babies is still imperfect, so parents should do everything to make the little one feel safe. The process of sterilization is not so complicated and will take you only a few minutes. Let's look at how to properly sterilize baby bottles at home.
How to sterilize bottles in boiling water?
The most affordable way to sterilize baby bottles is to boil in water at a temperature of at least 80 ° C. For this method of sterilization, separate a dish with a lid should be allocated. This method is very effective, but young moms often wonder how long it takes to sterilize the bottles. Usually the bottles are boiled for 10 to 15 minutes, during which time all microbes and bacteria die.
How to sterilize bottles in a double boiler?
Compared with boiling, bottle sterilization in a double boiler is much easier and more convenient. Do not need to constantly monitor the stove, you can put sterilized bottles and engage in the meantime with the baby. The total time of sterilization of accessories in the steamer is 15 minutes. There you can leave bottles to cool down. Please note that in a double boiler you can not sterilize plastic bottles, they will simply melt under the influence of hot steam.
How to sterilize bottles in a multivark?
Owners of multivaracters can also breathe peacefully, because with the help of this miracle technique, you can also sterilize the "cutlery" of the baby. Some multivarques are equipped with special modes for this procedure: water for bottles and steam for nipples and other small items. The only inconvenience can arise with the size of the multivark: in small models do not put several accessories at once, so it will not be possible to sterilize the bottles "in reserve".
How to sterilize bottles in a microwave?
In a microwave oven, you can sterilize all the feeding accessories, including nipples and plastic bottles. To do this, put the bottles in the microwave dishes, pour them with water and close the lid tightly. Then place the pan in the microwave and sterilize the dishes at full power for 8 minutes. After the procedure, do not rush to immediately take out the bottles from the microwave, let them cool down there a little.
How to sterilize feeding bottles with antiseptic tablets?
Today, you can sterilize bottles in cold water, but for this you need to buy special tablets in the pharmacy. After reading the instructions, dissolve the required number of tablets in water and put the bottles there for 40 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly with warm boiled water. It must be remembered that a ready-made solution for sterilization can be stored for no more than a day.
How to sterilize bottles with a sterilizer?
The most, perhaps, simple way of sterilizing baby bottles with the help of special sterilizers : electric, steam or microwave oven. To use them is very simple and, most importantly, you will be absolutely sure that the method chosen by you, has passed laboratory testing and will provide absolute sterility.
Up to what age should I sterilize the bottles?
Feeding accessories should be sterilized for at least half a year, and after thoroughly washing and rinsing the bottles with boiling water before use. Moreover, for babies, the bottles should be sterilized as often as you feed the baby. When the child reaches the age of one year, the immune system will produce its own antibodies. Have enough patience, and you will succeed.