Bottle types

There are three available types of baby bottles; the glass made, plastic made and the plastic with disposable plastic liners. The glass bottles pretty much durable comparatively, but they are a bit heavier to use plus they are breakable. The plastic bottles too are robust but are relatively light weighted. The bottles with plastic liners are the most convenient ones since the liners don't need to be sterilized; but these types of the bottles can also be expensive to use. Some of the plastic bottles are shaped at an angle to minimize the amount of air the baby takes in the stomach when feeding.

You can choose amongst the several styles of nipples; either rubber or silicone, and should buy new nipples every three months. As your baby grows, buy nipples with relatively larger holes.

Most babies are happier in taking the formula that is stored at room temperature. If your baby prefers warmed-up formula, heat the bottle (with the formula in it) by running it under hot water from the faucet. This way you can ensure the average temperature of the liquid, that is neither too hot nor too cold; plus you can frequently check the temperature by checking some formula on your wrist. Don't use the microwave to heat the formula because the liquid heats unevenly. Even though the bottle may be cool to your touch, the liquid inside could be burning hot and scald your baby’s throat.

The time to feed the baby is pretty much enjoyable for both; the baby and the person who feeds. Cuddling with the baby is important and feeding time is the perfect opportunity to get in some skin-to-skin contact. When the baby is about a halfway finished drinking the formula in the bottle, take a break and let her burp to release any gas that may be accumulating in the tummy. A general rule of thumb is to burp your baby after every 2 ounces eaten. If you forget to do this, your baby will wake up from her restful sleep crying, due to the need to burp.