First Steps Safari Baby Feeding Bottle 250ml – BPA-Free Baby Bottle with Safari Animal Designs (Assorted)

he First Steps Safari Baby Feeding Bottle 250ml is an essential feeding item for newborns and infants. It features a 250 ml (9 oz) capacity, a clear plastic body and a soft silicone teat that’s gentle on a baby’s mouth. The bottle is decorated with bright safari animal designs (e.g., panda, hippo, lion) to make feeding time more enjoyable for little ones. Made from BPA-free polypropylene, this bottle is suitable for babies from birth onwards and helps parents measure feed amounts accurately.

🍼 Baby Feeding Bottle Safety Tips

1. Sterilise Before First Use

Always wash and sterilise the bottle, teat, and lid before the first use to kill any germs from manufacturing or packaging.

2. Clean Thoroughly After Every Feed

• Wash with warm soapy water using a bottle brush.
• Make sure milk residue is fully removed from the teat, as it can trap bacteria.
• Sterilise regularly using boiling water, steam steriliser, or sterilising solution.

3. Check the Teat Frequently

• Inspect the teat for cracks, swelling, or tears.
• Replace immediately if damaged—babies can choke on torn pieces.

4. Avoid Heating in the Microwave

Microwaves heat unevenly and can create hot spots that burn a baby’s mouth.
Instead:
✔ warm the bottle in a bowl of warm water or a bottle warmer.

5. Always Test the Temperature

Put a few drops on your wrist—milk should feel warm, not hot.

6. Never Prop the Bottle

Do not leave a baby alone with a propped-up bottle.
Risks include:

• choking
• ear infections
• tooth decay

Always hold the baby while feeding.

7. Follow Age-Appropriate Flow Rates

Use teats designed for the baby’s age (slow flow for newborns).
A teat that’s too fast can cause choking or overfeeding.

8. Do Not Reuse Leftover Milk

Discard any milk left after feeding.
Bacteria grow quickly in warmed milk.

9. Store Formula Safely

• Mix formula fresh for each feed whenever possible.
• If storing, refrigerate immediately and use within 24 hours.

10. Replace Bottles Regularly

Plastic bottles can wear down over time. Replace the bottle if it becomes:

• cloudy
• scratched
• cracked
• misshapen