As you know I am pregnant with baby number 4! I have learned a lot about my favorite baby items. I do use affiliate links, but I only post about what I truly love and use on a regular basis. I am actually not allowed to breastfeed due to medications I take so my list is based on babies who are bottle fed.
1) Dr. Brown’s Baby Bottle, Options+ Anti-Colic Narrow Bottle, 8 Ounce (Pack of 4)
I know I know all the parts are so much work, but what I have learned after 4 babies and literally purchasing every other bottle on the market (literally!) is that those parts are necessary. All of my children had various difficulties with milk allergies, gas, reflux, and just being sensitive babies. My last son literally choked on every bottle he tried out! What I have learned over the years is that these are the ONLY bottles that all of my babies were successful with. It helped with their reflux and gas. Be sure to use the small disc inside when shaking or purchase the caps when mixing powdered formula. Click Here to purchase these on Amazon!
2) Dr. Brown’s Options Dishwasher Basket for Standard Baby Bottle Parts
These baskets are a godsend! I actually have 6! This is the only way to wash these bottles and all the parts in the dishwasher where they actually come out clean and organized. Each basket holds 3 complete bottles both 4 ounce and 8 ounce. *Please note this basket goes with the newer version of the bottles listed above. The older version of these bottles has a different type of basket. *Also please note that this basket does not work with the wide neck size of these bottles only the standard. Click HERE to purchase this on Amazon!
3) Dr. Brown’s Deluxe Baby Bottle Warmer & Sterilizer
I normally would not heat up baby bottles if I used the powder version of the formula. I would keep them room temperature. I have found though that due to my kids severe allergies and reflux some have required the liquid form of the formula that needs to be kept refrigerated. The bottle warmer then became a necessity. I swear I don’t work for Dr. Brown, but I do love their products and this bottle warmer just fit the bottles perfectly. This bottle warmer warms many bottles without refilling, lets you know when it is done and has an automatic shut off in case you fall asleep in the middle of the night! Also BPA free! Click HERE to purchase this on Amazon!
4) Munchkin Formula Dispenser Combo Pack
This dispenser is not only essential for your diaper bag, but I use it at all times at home for powdered formula. Once we switched to the powdered formula it made the bottle making process a breeze when everything was pre-measured. Especially at night while I was giving night feedings! Click HERE to purchase this item on Amazon. *The assorted colors purchase is way cheaper than choosing a specific color!
5) Munchkin Sponge Bottle Brush, Pack of 2, Blue
These sponges are essential for bottle cleaning. It is a total pain to try to squeeze a normal sponge into a tall bottle. Sometimes you just don’t have time to run the dishwasher! You get a pack of two for only $6.99 on Amazon. Click HERE!
