MAM Electric Baby Bottle Steriliser & Express Bottle Warmer; with 6 Functions – includes 1x 160 ml Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottle & 1x MAM 0-2 Months Start Soother (Designs May Vary)

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Relatively new to the steriliser market are UV sterilisers, which use UV light to kill bacteria. Their versatility means that you can use them to pretty much sterilise anything, including mobile phones and keys, however some UV sterilisers may not be suitable for sterilising natural rubber and latex (think certain dummies and the ever-popular Sophie La Girafe). This speedy model from Nûby does its job in just three minutes – and it’s not only milk that it can warm. It’ll heat your baby’s food too, even from frozen. Compatible with bottles and jars of all shapes and sizes, this bottle warmer won’t take up much space and is easy to use: simply add water, pop in the bottle and press the start button. While there’s no off switch, the unit will shut itself off once the water runs out. Capacity: Five bottles | Materials: BPA-free plastics and metal electrical components | Included: Sterilisation unit, one Nuby Combat Colic 180ml bottle and a dummy Good for parents who Microwave steriliser bags have also become more popular in the last few years. These are reusable pouches made from a tough plastic and work by sealing baby equipment in the pouch with some water and microwaving for a set time. These tend to be more roomy than the cup model, with the best fitting two bottles in at a time, and able to be reused around 20 times per bag. Microwave sterilisers also use steam to sterilise their contents, which may appeal to you if you prefer to sterilise without chemicals.

Easily switch between breast and bottle feeding thanks to the patented SkinSoft™ teat which is silky soft and provides a familiar feel for babies. Market research confirmed that 94% of babies accepted the teat* making it perfect for when mum wants to be a bit more flexible.

How much do sterilisers cost?

Electric sterilisers are units set over a heating plate that heats up water and sterilises the contents with steam. They’re usually generously sized, so can handle up to a day’s worth of bottles all at once, and require almost no preparation and no further outlay to use them regularly. Electric sterilisers attract limescale on their heating plate over time so will need regularly descaling (manufacturers will specify a frequency, but it’s usually once or twice a month). To reduce limescale build-up, pour out the water after every use and wipe down with a soft damp cloth. Drying function means bottles can be used immediately after the cycle without you waiting for them to dry or cool down We’ve teamed up with Emma’s Diary to put the award-winning MAM 6-in-1 electric steriliser and bottle warmer through its paces – and it turns out it’s way more than just an electric steriliser! I’ve always opted for a microwave one. Very easy, no faff. We use avent bottles do have the avent microwave steriliser." Tried and tested by Mumsnetter Moominmiss Our verdict

If you’re using bottles and breast pumps regularly but not intensively, you might find that a travel steriliser is sufficient for your needs – it’s certainly cheaper to buy and easier to throw into a drawer. If you’re bottle-feeding full-time, though, sterilising one or two bottles at a time will be too inefficient and labour-intensive to manage. 5. UV steriliser Perhaps better known for its classically-designed kettles and toasters, British brand Dualit has now launched a baby range that includes this functional and fuss-free offering to deliver warm milk on the double. There are plenty of products designed to make feeding easier on parents, and we've researched most of them! From the best sterilisers to the top nipple cream to soothe sore skin - we've done the legwork of vetting and collating authentic recommendations from experts and real parents alike. An electric steam steriliser, the top of which can be used as a microwave steriliser and the base of which can be used as a bottle/food warmer Capacity: Four bottles | Materials: BPA-free plastic | Included: Sterilisation unit, bottle/food warming unit, two 160ml MAM Anti-Colic bottles, two 0-2 month dummies, and teat tongs Good for parents whoTransparency is really important to us and that's why we're always upfront about how we tested the products we recommend. We won't always recommend the cheapest products or the ones with the most extra features. We write about products that we feel offer the best value to most parents – the ones we'd recommend to our own friends and family. It’s best to use sterile tongs to handle teats afterwards to prevent contamination, and the majority of sterilisers come with a pair – put the tongs in with the cycle and you know they’re OK to use. It’s really easy to set up and assemble with pictures accompanying the instructions – a must for a sleep deprived mama in the fug of new motherhood like me!

Getting the water level right can initially involve a bit of trial and error, but this isn’t an issue once you’ve worked out the right amount for the item you’re warming with the help of the chart provided. Guidance from the NHS recommends sterilising for at least the first 12 months. After your baby's first birthday, you can start phasing our sterilising as their immune system will be strong enough. However, it's important to continue cleaning all bottles, dummies and other feeding equipment thoroughly even after you've said goodbye to the sterilising tablets. What are the different types of steriliser? Cold water sterilisers involve filling a container with water and adding sterilisation tablets or fluid to make a sterilisation solution. The active ingredient is sodium hypochlorite, which is a mild bleach that has been through a purification process to make it stable and non-toxic. It’s perfectly safe to use, but does smell vaguely of swimming pool. It's been Mumsnet's mission to make parents' lives easier for over 20 years, so we know how much difference choosing the right product can make. That's why we obsessively research, review and vet everything we recommend - from the best breast pumps to the best changing bags.

6. Best self-sterilising bottles: MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottles

Baby plates and bowls, cutlery and sippy cups will also need to be sterilised if they’re used before six months but, after that, washing in hot soapy water should be sufficient. Should you sterilise baby bottles every time? The length of a sterilisation cycle varies wildly between brands. If you’ve got a set-up where you intend to batch-sterilise once a day, a longer cycle won’t matter so much. But if you’re planning on sterilising more often, you won’t want to wait by the steriliser juggling a hungry baby. 4. Noise