Parenting Singapore

Even if you plan to breastfeed, a baby bottle is a key item for your baby registry so that others can help with feedings during the first year. But this is a baby-gear category that might cause genuine decision paralysis, because there are so many bottle brands, shapes and materials, from BPA-free plastic to glass and silicone. It's overwhelming trying to intuit which bottle your baby will take. Types of Baby Bottles Glass bottles are thermal shock resistant, so they can go from freezers to boiling water without breaking. They are also dishwasher safe and they wont absorb colors or odors like silicone and plastic bottles. However, they are heavier to hold and are usually more expensive compared to plastic or silicone bottles. Plastic bottles are affordable, light, easy to hold and won't break easily when dropped. There are many options in the market for plastic bottles. However, some plastic bottles may have BPA, which is bad for health. They may not be safe to put in the micro...

We all know that sterilizing a baby bottle in a pot of boiling water is the gold standard, but many parents prefer something a little faster and more efficient. In addition, many parent may also scared if they didn’t get rid of all germs. In this case, a bottle sterilizer can be a great option for you! How to Choose a Bottle Sterilizer? a. Method of Sterilization After filling a reservoir with water, most bottle sterilizers use steam to sanitize the bottles. They can either stand on the counter (powered by an electrical wall plug, battery, or USB cord) or be microwaved to create steam. In addition to steam, certain bottle sterilizers may use ultraviolet (UV) radiation to sanitize. UV Sterilizer Vs Steam Sterilizer UV sterilizers use ultraviolet (UV) light, while steam sterilizers use steam. Though UV light kills bacteria as effectively as steam, its effectiveness is determined by where the light shines. UV light only kills germs when it shines directly on the bacteria-infested product ...