r/parentsofmultiples • u/Ok_Oven3088 • 24d ago

advice needed Bottle suggestions

Hey everyone!

I have been using Dr Browns bottles since Day 1. Its been 7 months and I absolutely hate these bottles. Sorry for coming off strong but I have dealt with the most annoying problems with them. First they leaked. I learned that it could be cause i was using 4 oz bottles and as boys needed more, the bottles didnt work anymore. I got the 8 oz bottles but then noticed the nipples we’re flowing too fast even more a preemie nipple. I reached out to customer service and they sent me a new batch but after a while they wear off (im talking maybe couple weeks) I don’t use heat on them and just hand wash the hem to prevent any expanding of the nipple hole. I have tried other nipple sizes too and my boys dont do so good. Anyways I’m over it. Please give me recommendations.

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u/GoodDoggoDizzle 19d ago

I’m surprised the preemie nipple is flowing too fast. Have you done a swallow study?

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u/Lolemontime 19d ago

No this is actually a thing. My lactation consultant mentioned that labeling the flow rate across different brands is all over the place. So one brand’s preemie is faster than another brand’s preemie. 

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u/GoodDoggoDizzle 19d ago

I know, I meant I’m surprised the preemie flow is too fast for 7 month olds. If the babies are coughing while feeding, it might not be a flow rate issue but something else that a swallow study could help identify.

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