Warming up a baby bottle – that may sound absurd to some but as a new parent you will quickly realize how the tiniest details matter. This may be a simple task but getting the right temperature of baby’s bottle will help remove digestions problems and promote comfort.
Here, you will learn some important points on baby bottle temperature regulation – why and how to get the right temperature every time. Too cold, and your baby will refuse to take bottles again. Too hot, and you may cause scalding, igniting fear to take bottle again.
Why Bottle Temperature is So Important to Your Baby?
Babies are little sensitive beings that are not used to changes in temperature, which may lead to indigestion or other health issues. If you are introducing your baby to bottled milk than try mimicking the bottle temperature resembling the natural warmth of breast milk. Introducing first time bottled milk can be challenging but try a warm bottle which feels familiar to them and is comforting as well.
Feeding cold milk will put a straight pause from taking bottled milk again and induces stomach discomfort in babies. And if you heat up the bottle a lot, it can destroy the essential nutrients making it unhealthy to intake. Getting the right bottle temperature is not about preference rather maintaining the nutrients, safety and good feeding experience.
Ideal Temperature Range for Baby Bottles
After all the highlights of why bottle temperature is important, it is also best to understand what is an ideal temperature for baby bottles. Ideally, 37°C is the normal baby bottle temperature that,
- Mimics the warmth of natural milk.
- Helps maintain good digestive system and avoid health concerns.
Do not try heating the baby bottle over 40°C, especially when you are using breast milk in the bottle. This will degrade and destroy the natural nutrients essential for your baby. It may be hard to keep the temperature in check, so if you want to avoid guesswork and rely on a precise bottle system then Papablic NutriWarm™ Swirlable Bottle Warmer is the best option.
References：PLoS One. 2015 Jun 10;Human Milk Warming Temperatures Using a Simulation of Currently Available Storage and Warming Methods
Practical Ways to Test Bottle Temperature
It is ideal to test bottle temperature before handing it over to your baby. Here is how you can test it out,
- Thermometer – This is the most precise way to measure the exact temperature of baby bottles.
- Wrist Test – Squeeze the first few drops of milk out of the bottle and on your wrist. You can check for the right temperature either its mild, hot or cold.
- Signs – If you want neither of the above-mentioned options then observe if your baby fusses after taking first sip, it will indicate the bottle temperature is not right.
It is best to use the right kind of bottle warmers and avoid blowing on the milk yourself as it will induce bacteria which is not safe for your infant.
Step-by-Step Guide to Warming Baby Bottles
Keeping the right temperature for baby bottles is not that hard. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to warm baby bottles,
- Disassemble - Place the bottle in warm water or bottle warmer separately. Like place cap, nipple, and bottle separately in it. Do not use microwave, as it will release hazardous toxins.
- Recommended - You can use Ultra-Fast Baby Bottle Warmer which is a 5-in-one baby bottle warmer and will take few minutes to warm your baby bottle.
- Gentle Swirl - Swirl the bottle to mix the milk gently and regulate the bottle temperature overall.
- Testing - Put few drops of milk on your wrist to check the temperature.
- Feeding – Give the warmed milk to your baby and do not let it sit for more than two hours.
Common Mistakes Parents Make with Bottle Warming
It is understandable that sometimes during rush or urgent work parents fall into the trap of,
- Microwaving Bottles – It is one of the not-so-recommended methods as microwaving the bottles can create hot spots and heat unevenly.
- Shaking – Shaking hardly can destroy nutrients especially in breast milk.
- Overheating – Leaving the baby bottles to heat up for longer than required is the most common mistake you can make.The Papablic NutriWarm™ Swirlable Bottle Warmer can solve this problem.
- Forgetting to clean up – It is essential to clean up bottle warmers regularly. But sometimes due to work load it is common to forget this step.
You can invest in buying bottle sterilizers that will relieve you from worrying about bacteria or not sterilizing warmers properly.
Special Considerations for Different Situations
- Formula Milk – It can handle slightly higher temperature but do not overheat it as it will scald your baby’s mouth.
- Breast Milk – Warm it mildly otherwise high temperature will denature the essential nutrients.
- Thermos – You can take bottle warmers or a thermos to keep the temperature in-check.
- Night Routine – You can choose Ultra-Fast Baby Bottle Warmer to work for overnight use.
How to Identify Your Baby’s Temperature Preference?
As you know that 37°C is the ideal baby bottle temperature. However, some babies might prefer different temperature settings. This is how you can find out what temperature is best for your baby,
- Observe – Check your baby’s reactions to the warm bottle you give initially, try offering another temperature afterwards.
- Regular – Do not change bottle temperature regularly, as it will make your baby fussy.
- Seasonal Adjustments – In hot weather, babies might prefer slightly cool milk, and warmer in winter season.
Papablic NutriWarm™ Swirlable Bottle Warmer is an adjustable warmer, so you do not have to worry too much about controlling bottle temperature, just use it consistently.
Conclusion
Baby bottles and the temperature management might seem like a hard task but it is easily achievable. Warm bottles not only feel familiar to your baby but also helps with maintaining digestive system.
Avoid keeping the milk in warm bottle for elongated time as it will spoil and effect your baby’s health negatively. Use the most trusted baby warmers such as Ultra-Fast Baby Bottle Warmer or Papablic NutriWarm™ Swirlable Bottle Warmer to relive happy moments with your baby whilst you are busy with side work.
In addition to bottle sterilizers, Papablic brand also has Baby Tongue Cleaner, which helps babies maintain oral hygiene; Lego table, which provides babies with an interesting play space; Baby Changing Pad, which makes babies more comfortable and safe when changing diapers; baby bassinet, which creates a warm sleeping environment for babies; baby swaddle, which gives babies warmth and security.
The Papablic brand is committed to providing babies with a full range of high-quality products to help them grow up healthily and happily.
