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Sterilizing baby bottles is a routine for every new mom, done several times a day before feeding the baby. Many believe in sterilizing the baby bottle right before feeding to ensure it's germ-free. Is this true? Let's explore this topic.
Should you prepare milk for your baby right after sterilizing the baby bottle?
Baby bottles are typically made of plastic, silicone, or glass. The inherent nature of these materials causes them to expand when exposed to water over 100oC, leading molecules to leach out. While most bottle materials are processed for maximum safety, it's challenging to avoid contaminants that could be harmful to health. This is not to mention the risk of unknowingly purchasing fake baby bottles containing high levels of lead and BPA. When exposed to high temperatures, these toxic molecules automatically separate. If a mom prepares milk at this point, these harmful compounds enter the baby's system.
Many wonder about the impact of preparing milk at high temperatures. Typically, the standard temperature for preparing and warming milk is between 40oC and 60oC, while sterilizing the baby bottle requires reaching a temperature of 120oC to ensure that molecules only exit the compound at temperatures above 100oC. Therefore, the temperature for preparing milk has minimal effect on the baby's health.
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Safe Procedure for Sterilizing Baby Bottles
From the above reasoning, it's advisable not to prepare milk immediately after sterilization. The process should be carried out at least 10 minutes before to ensure absolute safety for the baby during feeding. Below is the standard sterilization process that moms should consider:
- Use a specialized brush and bottle cleaning solution to clean the bottle, then place it on a rack near the baby's feeding area before sterilizing.
- Arrange the bottles in a pot, pour enough water, and heat until boiling. Turn off the heat after approximately 10 minutes of boiling.
- Use specialized tongs to remove the bottles, place them on the rack, wait for the bottles to dry and cool for about 10 minutes before starting to prepare milk for the baby.
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Note: The milk preparation temperature for babies is below 60oC, depending on the type of milk. Mothers should research thoroughly before allowing their child to use it. Alternatively, contact the supermarket's Mytour milk expert hotline at 1800.6608 for practical advice to help mothers gain more experience in caring for their children's health.
