ACTION AND DESCRIPTION A bottle with a nipple appropriate for the babys age, size, physiological characteristics, and preferences should be chosen, as this will determine the degree of acceptance of the bottle, the quality of the suction, and the correct development of the jaw and palate. It is necessary to ensure that the flow of water, milk, or food is adequate. In no case is it advisable to increase the size of the nipple, as this suppresses the feeling of tiredness (necessary for the infant to be full) and promotes the development of indigestion, with vomiting and abdominal pain. Special care must be taken with the state of preservation and hygiene, sterilizing them periodically and replacing them when necessary. The bottle must be prepared by adjusting the proportions of milk and water to the doses prescribed by the pediatrician or as specified by the manufacturer. Bottles that are too concentrated can cause symptoms of dehydration and digestive problems, while those that are too diluted do not provide adequate nutrition. When the child does not completely finish the contents of the bottle, discard the excess. Milk should also not be reheated or left at room temperature for more than a few minutes. After each feeding, wash the bottle immediately, as milk is an excellent breeding ground for bacteria. LATEX ALLERGY Does not contain latex. STORAGE AND EXPIRATION The term cleaning childrens dishes does not have the same meaning for everyone, so it is advisable to make a series of recommendations to achieve the same routine for all those who care for infants. The cleaning process should become a habit, a daily routine that should always be carried out in the same way, so that regardless of who is in charge of cleaning, the result is optimal and guarantees the asepsis of the material. Cleaning childrens dishes is essential because infants bodies have a weak antigenic capacity, so an infection, such as gastroenteritis, can have very serious consequences. All materials that will be in contact with the newborn must be in optimal hygienic conditions. - Before preparing the bottle, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and dry them with a clean towel. - Any microorganisms must be eliminated by boiling or using standard sterilizers. While the baby is being fed by its mother, hygiene monitoring is reduced to the few items that it can put in its mouth, which are the fingers and the pacifier, but the transition to artificial breastfeeding, especially if it occurs before 4 months, implies not only that the contribution of the immune defenses contained in the mothers milk is lost, but, above all, that a risk factor is incorporated, because any hot milk residue becomes a bacterial culture medium. The routine should begin when a feeding ends: After each feeding, wash the bottle with plenty of hot water, soap, and a brush. - A number of used and washed items (the number depends on the type of technique chosen) can be accumulated for sterilization, generally once a day, and then left to dry. - There are different types of sterilizers on the market, based on various physical or chemical procedures, to eradicate the microbial load. In the case of heat-resistant materials, there are tablets or solutions that act on cold. There is the option of sterilizers that use the germicidal effect of boiling water vapor or that generated by various types of electrical appliances. a) Cold sterilization Chemical process that uses the oxidizing action of hypochlorous acid, in the form of a solution or tablets It allows you to sterilize items simply by placing them (bottles, teats, nipples, pacifiers, teethers, or toys) in a bucket with water and a chemical solution (in the form of a solution or tablets). Sterilization time varies, ranging from half an hour to one hour. The solution should be renewed every 24 hours to avoid possible infections. Sterilized items must be rinsed. b) Heat sterilization Boiling water destroys pathogenic microorganisms. Sterilization occurs through water vapor and lasts 10 to 20 minutes. The bottle is pre-filled with water up to two-thirds of its volume, placing it upside down so that the hot steam can pass through more easily. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Anti-Colic Bottle Self-Sterilizing Function: The Anti-Colic bottle can be transformed into a self-sterilizing bottle in 3 simple steps. This eliminates the need for further sterilization. Always clean the bottle parts before using the sterilization function. Step 1: To self-sterilize the Anti-Colic bottle, assemble the bottle parts as follows: vented base, teat with screw-on ring, bottle body, and protective cap. Step 2: Fill the vented base with 20 ml of cold water. The protective cap can be conveniently used as a measuring cup. Step 3: Place the screw-on ring with the teat on the base of the bottle. Insert it into the bottle body. (Optionally, screw it on lightly to prevent hot water from escaping in the microwave.) Place the protective cap on top. Additional instructions: - Self-sterilizing the bottle should only be carried out on solid, flat surfaces. - Always regulate the microwave power and time correctly. - Filling the base with an inappropriate amount can damage the bottle. Never place it without water in the microwave. - If using a microwave-oven combination, ensure that the self-sterilizing bottle is not exposed to the heat of the grill as this may damage it. - Take care when handling sterilized products as they may be hot. - Wash your hands before using sterilized products. - Always store the bottle dry. - Keep the self-sterilizing bottle upright when removed from the microwave to prevent hot residual water from escaping. - Do not wash the self-sterilizing bottle after sterilization. Do not touch the teat after sterilization. Handle the teat using the screw ring. PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS Baby bottles must be provided with a volume scale in milliliters. The precision of the measurements indicated on a bottle is extremely important: failure to maintain the correct proportion of water and powdered milk can cause excessive strain on the infants kidneys, or can result in too much water being given compared to the actual milk contained in a bottle. This also occurs if the powder is added incorrectly: REMEMBER Use the measurement included in the package or can of powder, correctly leveled and do not overfill it. Risks of bottle feeding: 1. Aerophagia: During feeding, the bottle should be kept at a high angle to prevent the baby from swallowing excess air, which could cause severe colic. 2. Burns: Sometimes, especially when using a microwave, the body of the bottle doesnt heat up, but the contents may be close to boiling. The temperature of the milk or baby food should be checked before giving it to the newborn to avoid burns. 3. Emotional Problems: The baby should never be deprived of the positive emotional aspects of breastfeeding. Therefore, it is important to strengthen the emotional relationship between parents and their newborn with words, kisses, and caresses while bottle-feeding. 4. Release of materials: Due to the high temperatures to which the bottle is subjected, materials may be released, which could obstruct the airways or cause the migration of toxic products. Choosing quality products guarantees safety in this regard. 5. Choking due to excessive food flow. Always use this product under adult supervision. Continuous and prolonged sucking of fluids can cause cavities. Inspect the nipple carefully before each use and pull it in all directions. Discard it at the first sign of deterioration or fragility. Keep all unused components out of reach of children. Do not leave the teat in direct sunlight or other heat sources, nor should you soak it in sterilizing solution for longer than recommended. This can damage the teat. Never use the teats as a pacifier. Always check the temperature of the food before feeding.