The use of baby bottles in infant feeding is very common. The bottle is a feeding tool suitable for the baby’s sucking reflex and has been used for hundreds of years, although its shape has changed. Over time, there have been developments such as shaping the bottle nipple according to the baby’s nutritional needs and systems that prevent the bottle from leaking air. The most preferred type of baby bottle in recent years is non-gassing baby bottles. So, what is a non-gassy baby bottle and do non-gassy baby bottles work?
What is a Non-Gassy Baby Bottle?
Also called anticolic feeding bottles. They have been developed to allow the baby to feed without swallowing air. The special air flow channels in the bottle ensure that the air is stored at the bottom of the bottle without mixing with the milk during sucking, so the baby never swallows air. Since the baby does not swallow air, colic is not observed or is clearly reduced compared to the past.
Is it Possible to Prevent Gas in Babies?
It is very important that the baby gets enough nutrition to thrive. But it is also important that it is fed correctly. Because not feeding the baby properly can cause infant reflux. Gas pain, also known as colic, is an important source of discomfort for babies. It is recommended to pay attention to the following issues to prevent gas pains in the baby:
- Not overfeeding the baby
- If breastfeeding, the mother should avoid foods that cause gas and avoid cold feet
- Not putting the baby to bed immediately after feeding
- Always burping the baby after feeding the baby
- If a baby bottle is used, to choose a baby bottle that does not cause gas
- Ensuring bottle and nipple hygiene and washing them thoroughly