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Baby Feeding Glossary - Your Ultimate Guide to Baby Feeding Terminology
We get it, it can be daunting for new parents to navigate through the world of baby products. With a huge range of feeding products available, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what is truly essential for feeding your little one. So to help you along your journey, we've crafted this comprehensive glossary to decode the language of baby feeding and to assist you in determining the necessary essentials to ensure your newborn is well-fed. So let's delve in.
Baby bottles
- Cleft palate bottles Specially designed baby bottles with modified nipples to accommodate babies with cleft palates.Â
- Combination fed baby bottles Bottles designed specifically for babies who are both breast and bottle fed, ensuring a seamless transition.
- Exclusively bottle fed baby bottles Bottles designed for babies who exclusively feed from a bottle, with features such as specific nipple shapes and flow rates.
- Glass bottles Baby bottles made of durable and heat-resistant glass, providing an alternative to plastic bottles, known for their easy cleaning and durability.
- Large bottles Bottles with greater capacity, ideal for longer feeding sessions or older babies.
- Medium bottles Standard-sized bottles that strike a balance between capacity and convenience, catering to the average feeding needs of babies.
- Newborn bottles Specially designed bottles with smaller sizes and flow rates, tailored for newborns and their feeding needs.
- Slim-neck bottles Bottles with a narrow neck, designed for easy handling and suitable for babies with smaller mouths or for controlled milk flow.
- Small bottles Compact-sized bottles suitable for shorter feeding sessions or newborn babies.
- Wide-neck bottles Bottles with a wider opening, facilitating easier filling and cleaning, and often preferred by babies transitioning between breast and bottle feeding.
- Glass bottles Baby bottles made of durable and heat-resistant glass, providing an alternative to plastic bottles, known for their easy cleaning and durability.
- Large bottles Bottles with greater capacity, ideal for longer feeding sessions or older babies.
- Medium bottles Standard-sized bottles that strike a balance between capacity and convenience, catering to the average feeding needs of babies.
- Newborn bottles Specially designed bottles with smaller sizes and flow rates, tailored for newborns and their feeding needs.
- Slim-neck bottles Bottles with a narrow neck, designed for easy handling and suitable for babies with smaller mouths or for controlled milk flow.
- Small bottles Compact-sized bottles suitable for shorter feeding sessions or newborn babies.
- Wide-neck bottles Bottles with a wider opening, facilitating easier filling and cleaning, and often preferred by babies transitioning between breast and bottle feeding.
Bottle hood A protective covering for bottles, ensuring cleanliness and preserving contents.
Bottle brush A cleaning washing up brush similar to a regular dishwashing brush, designed to thoroughly clean the inside of bottles.
Bottle warmer A device that gently heats baby bottles to a safe and convenient temperature.
Breastmilk storage bottle A container specifically designed for storing expressed breast milk, ensuring its freshness and convenient feeding for babies.
Breastmilk storage bag A disposable bag with a secure seal, designed for storing and freezing expressed breast milk, providing space-efficient and hygienic storage options.
Breastmilk storage bag A disposable bag with a secure seal, designed for storing and freezing expressed breast milk, providing space-efficient and hygienic storage options.
Breast pads Absorbent pads worn inside a bra to prevent leaks and maintain comfort for breastfeeding mothers.
Breast pumps Devices that extract breast milk for storage or feeding purposes, aiding lactating mothers in milk expression.
- Electric breast pump A device powered by electricity that uses suction to extract breast milk from lactating mothers, offering efficient and convenient milk expression.
- Manual breast pump A hand-operated device that uses manual suction to extract breast milk, providing a portable and cost-effective option for milk expression.
Breast pump cushion Soft and ergonomic cushion designed for added comfort and support during breast pumping sessions.
Breast pump flange Removable component of a breast pump that fits over the breast and nipple to create a secure seal for efficient milk extraction.
Breast pump flange Removable component of a breast pump that fits over the breast and nipple to create a secure seal for efficient milk extraction.
Formula Powdered or liquid alternative to breast milk, providing essential nutrients for baby feeding.
Formula dispenser Portable container with compartments for pre-measured formula powder, allowing convenient and hygienic preparation of formula on-the-go.
Feeding spoons Small utensils with soft tips, ideal for introducing solid foods to infants and facilitating self-feeding skills.
Food processor Kitchen appliance used to blend, puree, or process food into various consistencies, suitable for making homemade baby food.
Hand & mouth wipes Disposable wipes designed for gentle cleaning and hygiene, suitable for cleaning hands and mouths, particularly for babies and young children.
Formula dispenser Portable container with compartments for pre-measured formula powder, allowing convenient and hygienic preparation of formula on-the-go.
Feeding spoons Small utensils with soft tips, ideal for introducing solid foods to infants and facilitating self-feeding skills.
Food processor Kitchen appliance used to blend, puree, or process food into various consistencies, suitable for making homemade baby food.
Hand & mouth wipes Disposable wipes designed for gentle cleaning and hygiene, suitable for cleaning hands and mouths, particularly for babies and young children.
Liquid Detergent A liquid cleaning product specifically designed to gently clean various baby products, like baby bottles, teats and toys.Â
Nipple cream A soothing balm or ointment designed to alleviate discomfort and promote healing of sore or cracked nipples during breastfeeding.
Nipple shield A silicone or rubber shield placed over the nipple to assist with latch issues or protect sensitive nipples during breastfeeding.
Nipple puller A device designed to draw out inverted or flat nipples, aiding in breastfeeding and ensuring proper latch.
Nursing pillow A supportive pillow specifically designed to provide comfort and proper positioning for nursing or bottle-feeding infants.
Pacifier A nipple-like device made of silicone or latex, providing a soothing sensation for infants to suck on, promoting self-soothing and calming.
Nipple shield A silicone or rubber shield placed over the nipple to assist with latch issues or protect sensitive nipples during breastfeeding.
Nipple puller A device designed to draw out inverted or flat nipples, aiding in breastfeeding and ensuring proper latch.
Nursing pillow A supportive pillow specifically designed to provide comfort and proper positioning for nursing or bottle-feeding infants.
Pacifier A nipple-like device made of silicone or latex, providing a soothing sensation for infants to suck on, promoting self-soothing and calming.
Sippy cups Transition cups with spouts or straws, designed for toddlers to learn to drink independently, aiding in the transition from bottles to regular cups.
Sterilisers Devices that use steam or other methods to kill bacteria and sanitise baby bottles, ensuring they are safe and hygienic for use.
Teats Soft, nipple-like attachments that are placed on baby bottles, allowing infants to suck and drink milk or formula.
Teethers Chewable toys or devices designed to soothe teething discomfort and stimulate gum development in babies.
Training toothbrush A toothbrush specifically designed for infants and toddlers, featuring soft bristles and a small head to introduce proper oral hygiene habits.
Toothgel A gentle toothpaste or gel formulated for babies and young children, promoting healthy oral care habits and protecting their developing teeth.
Weaning bottle A specialised bottle designed for transitioning babies from breastfeeding or bottle-feeding to drinking from a regular cup, with features like removable handles and spouts.
Teats Soft, nipple-like attachments that are placed on baby bottles, allowing infants to suck and drink milk or formula.
Teethers Chewable toys or devices designed to soothe teething discomfort and stimulate gum development in babies.
Training toothbrush A toothbrush specifically designed for infants and toddlers, featuring soft bristles and a small head to introduce proper oral hygiene habits.
Toothgel A gentle toothpaste or gel formulated for babies and young children, promoting healthy oral care habits and protecting their developing teeth.
Weaning bottle A specialised bottle designed for transitioning babies from breastfeeding or bottle-feeding to drinking from a regular cup, with features like removable handles and spouts.
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Choosing the right baby feeding products is essential for ensuring the well-being and comfort of both babies and parents. From bottles and nipples to breast pumps and sterilisers, these carefully designed products cater to the unique needs of each feeding stage. With the right feeding products in hand, you can nourish your baby with love and care, fostering healthy growth and creating precious bonding moments that will last a lifetime.
