Bottle Clean BD– How to Do it Properly

bottle clean BD

Required Equipment

  • The steam sterilizer, which is sold exclusively in department stores, can be replaced with a large frying pan that has never been used for cooking.
  • Bottle and nipple cleaning brush
  • Rubber gloves, nipple grip pliers
  • Check that the equipment is sterilized and all feedings are intact (i.e. no scratches or cracks).

When Should You Clean and Sanitize?

  • All breastfeeding devices must be cleaned and sterilized prior to each use for at least the first 6 months.
  • Bottles and teats must be sterilized before each use for as long as they are still in use.

How to do it

Before Sterilization

  • Wash your hands thoroughly with the detergent and clean the surface where the bottle is prepared.
  • Rinse the device thoroughly in hot water mixed with a cleaning solution.
  • Use a brush to scrub the bottle inside and out.
  • Use a nipple brush and squeeze water from the nipple to remove any residue of milk.
  • Thoroughly rinse all equipment with water again.

After Sterilization

  • Wash your hands before handling the device. Wear gloves too. Make sure to clean the surface where the bottle is prepared.
  • Keep all equipment in the container.
  • If it is not used immediately, assemble the bottle with the nipple and cap tightly. This will prevent the feeding bottle and teats from becoming contaminated with germs for a period of time, depending on the sterilization method.

Boiling Sterilization Technique

  • Fill a large saucepan with clean water or a steaming pot.
  • Immerse all equipment, including nipple vise, in the water. Be careful not to have air bubbles trapped.
  • Cover the pan and boil for at least 10 minutes, being careful not to boil over dry. All equipment must be submerged in boiling water.
  • Let the appliance cool little by little and keep the pan lid closed.
  • Use a nipple clamp on the bottle to prevent germs from contaminating the sterile device.
  • Devices that are immersed in water with the lid closed remain sterile for about 3 hours.

Electric Steam Sterilizer

  • Add the specified amount of water. As recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Put the equipment, including nipple clamps, put the steamer. Be careful not to keep the device in a vertical position and all equipment must be immersed in water.
  • Close the cover and turn on the power.
  • Beware of scalding Do not open the lid of the steamer. Let the device cool slightly before opening the lid.
  • Use a nipple clamp on the bottle to prevent germs from contaminating the sterile device.
  • The device will remain sterile as long as the lid is closed.
  • The residue should be washed in a steamer. According to the specified time.