Note: We do not recommend heating breast milk in the microwave because when breast milk
becomes too warm, nutrients and vitamins are damaged.
Note: You can purchase and use Philips Avent bottle warmer to heat up the milk.
Maintenance and storage of bottles
Inspect the bottle and feeding nipple before each use and pull the feeding nipple in all
directions to prevent a choking hazard. Throw away at the rst signs of damage or weakness.
For hygiene reasons, we recommend replacing nipples after 3 months. Keep nipples in a dry,
covered container. When not in use, do not leave the nipples in sunlight or heat, or leave
in disinfectant (‚sterilizing solution‘) for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the
nipple. Do not place in a heated oven. Store the bottles in a dry location.
Additional information
The Philips Avent nipples are available with dierent ow rates to help your baby with drinking.
Over time, you can change the nipple to accomodate the individual needs of your baby.
Choosing the right teat for your baby
The Philips Avent teats are available with dierent ow rates to help your baby with drinking. Over
time you can change the teat accommodating the individual needs of your baby. Philips Avent
teats are clearly numbered on the side to indicate ow rate (see image). Make sure you use a teat
with the correct ow rate when you feed your baby. Use a lower ow rate if your baby chokes, is
leaking milk or has trouble adjusting to the drinking speed. Use a higher ow rate if your baby falls
asleep during feeding, gets frustrated or when feeding takes a very long time.
Teats are available for 0m, 0m+, 1m+, 3m+, 6m+, variable ow (I/II/III) and thick feed (Y).
(0) The teat for 0m can be used from day one. Extra soft silicone teat and it is the lowest
ow rate available. Ideal for newborn and breastfed babies of all ages. The teat only has one
opening for uids and the number 0 is shown on the teat.
(1) The teat for 0m+ has an extra soft silicone teat. Ideal for newborn and breastfed babies of
all ages. The number 1 is shown on the teat.
(2) The teat for 1m+ has an extra soft silicone teat. Ideal for breastfed babies of all ages.
The number 2 is shown on the teat.
(3) The teat for 3m+ has an extra soft silicone teat. For bottle fed babies at 3 months of age
and up. The number 3 is shown on the teat.
(4) The teat for 6m+ has a bite resistant silicone teat. The sturdier teat is ideal for bottle fed
babies at 6 months of age and up. The number 4 is shown on the teat.
(I/II/III) Variable ow: has a bite resistant silicone teat. The sturdier teat, with an adjustable
ow rate to babies convenience is ideal for bottle fed babies at 3 months of age and up. The
teat has one slot cut on the top for uid and the markings I, II, III on the edges of the teat.
(Y) Thick feed: has a bite resistant silicone teat. The sturdier teat, designed for thicker feeds is
ideal for bottle fed babies at 6 months of age and up. The teat has one Y cut for uid and the
symbol Y on the teat.
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