How to Choose the Right Nursing Bottle for Your Baby

Selecting the right nursing bottle for your baby can make feeding smoother for both parents and baby. With over 70 years of research on Breastfeeding, the 3 key steps of Latch-On, Suck & Swallow was observed in babies and use in the development of Pigeon’s Nipples for the Nursing Bottles. Pigeon’s bottles are recommended for a Seamless Switch Between Breast and Bottle with 99% of mums recommended* and  98* of baby acceptance*

* Based on survey conducted with the Asiaparent in Singapore in 2024.

With various options available, here are key factors to consider when choosing a bottle:

• Nipple Design
  

  The nipple is the most important aspect of a baby bottle. Look for a design that mimics the natural shape and feel of a mother’s breast. This helps the baby transition between breastfeeding and bottle-feeding more easily without any nipple confusion or rejection. A nipple that promotes natural tongue movement is ideal, as it supports the baby’s instinctual feeding pattern.
  

• Flow Rate
  

  Choose the right nipple flow rate based on your baby’s age and needs. Newborns often need slow-flow nipples to prevent overfeeding and reduce the risk of choking, while older babies can handle faster flows.

• Material
  Pigeon nursing bottles come in various materials like PP plastic, PPSU plastic, glass and the new innovative material of T-Ester plastic that is similar to glass-like clarity and higher tolerance to UV degradation.
  PP plastic bottles are lightweight and convenient for everyday use, while glass bottles are more durable and higher scratch resistance but heavier.
  PPSU plastic bottles with excellent high resistance to heat, a medical grade plastic that comes in their natural yellow and offering a middle ground between the two.

• Anti-Colic Features
  Choose bottles that have anti-colic vents that reduce the amount of air swallowed during feeding. This feature can help prevent gas, discomfort, and colic in babies.

• Ease of Cleaning
  Choose a bottle with fewer parts and wide openings, making it easier to clean and sanitize. Bottles that are dishwasher-safe or Pigeon T-Esters bottles that are UV-sterilizer-friendly can save time.

• Durability
  Consider the durability of the bottle. Glass bottles are sturdy, but plastic bottles may last longer with fewer risks of breaking.
  Ensure it’s heat-resistant, especially if you’ll be warming milk or sterilizing frequently.

By keeping these factors in mind, you’ll be able to find the nursing bottle that best fits your baby’s needs and feeding habits.

Refer to this guide for a summary on Pigeon SofTouch™ Nursing Bottles: