How to Choose the Right Tommee Tippee Feeding Bottle for Your Baby

How to Choose the Right Tommee Tippee Feeding Bottle for Your Baby

Choosing the right feeding bottle for your baby can feel overwhelming — especially with so many options on the market. The right bottle can make feeding time more comfortable for your baby, reduce colic and gas, and make the transition from breastfeeding to bottle feeding much smoother. This guide will help Sri Lankan parents make the best choice for their little one.

1. Choose the Right Material

Baby bottles are typically made from two materials:

• Polypropylene (PP) — Lightweight, durable, BPA-free, and affordable. Ideal for everyday use. Easy to clean and dishwasher safe.
• Glass — Heavier but chemical-free and longer lasting. Great for home use.
• PPSU (Polyphenylsulfone) — Premium plastic that is more heat-resistant and durable than standard PP. A good middle ground between PP and glass.

Our recommendation: For most parents, a BPA-free PP bottle like the Tommee Tippee PP Baby Feeding Bottle is the perfect everyday choice — safe, lightweight, and easy to maintain.

2. Pick the Right Size

Bottle size should match your baby's age and feeding needs:

Size	Best For	Recommended Age
150ml	Newborns & small feeds	0m+
260ml	Growing babies	3m+
340ml	Larger feeds & older babies	3m+

Start with a 150ml bottle for newborns — their stomachs are tiny and they feed frequently in small amounts. As your baby grows and feeds increase, move up to 260ml and then 340ml.

3. Select the Right Teat Flow

The teat (nipple) flow speed is one of the most important factors. Using the wrong flow can cause your baby to gulp air, leading to colic and discomfort.

• Slow Flow (0m+) — For newborns. Mimics the natural pace of breastfeeding.
• Medium Flow (3m+) — For babies who have developed stronger sucking ability.
• Fast Flow (6m+) — For older babies who feed quickly.

Tip: Always start with a slow flow teat, even if your baby is older. You can always move up — but going too fast too soon causes gas and overfeeding.

4. Look for Anti-Colic Features

Colic is one of the most common challenges for new parents. Look for bottles with a built-in anti-colic valve that reduces the amount of air your baby swallows during feeding. This significantly reduces gas, bloating, and discomfort after feeds.

5. Consider Ease of Cleaning

Bottles need to be sterilised regularly. Look for:

• Wide neck design — easier to fill, clean, and dry
• Dishwasher safe — saves time for busy parents
• Steriliser compatible — works with both electric and microwave sterilisers

6. Breast to Bottle Transition

If you're breastfeeding and introducing a bottle, choose a teat that mimics the natural shape and flex of a breast. This helps your baby switch between breast and bottle without confusion — a concept known as "nipple confusion."

Brands like Tommee Tippee are specifically designed with this in mind, featuring a soft silicone teat that closely replicates the natural feel of breastfeeding.

7. Our Top Pick for Sri Lankan Parents

The Tommee Tippee PP Baby Feeding Bottle ticks all the boxes:

• ✅ BPA-free PP material
• ✅ Anti-colic valve
• ✅ Natural feel silicone teat
• ✅ Available in 150ml, 260ml & 340ml
• ✅ Wide neck, dishwasher safe
• ✅ Fast delivery islandwide

Available now at Fortune Store with fast delivery across Sri Lanka.