It goes without saying that parents want the best for their newborns. When choosing baby bottles, the safest option is plastic-free, as plastic can leach harmful chemicals such as BPA. Microplastics (tiny bits of plastic) have also been found in the liquid contents of plastic baby bottles.
Healthy alternatives:
- Silicone nipples
- Tempered glass bottles (easy to clean and sterilize)
What to avoid:
- Rubber and latex: release nitrosamines, which are possible carcinogens.
- Plastic (polycarbonate): releases bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, which are endocrine disruptors.