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Using a formula prep machine — feed

NOT RECOMMENDED

It’s safest to make up formula when you need it following the usual gold standard technique as recommended by the NHS.

However, even though formula prep machines are not advocated, they remain widely used and highly rated by formula feeding parents.

If you choose to use a formula prep machine, it’s really important you follow the instructions to the letter and are rigorous about maintenance and cleaning.

How do formula prep machines work?

The main formula prep machine on the UK market works by measuring the water to make up the required amount of formula at the perfect temperature for feeding straight away. This means you can make a ready-to-feed bottle in less than a couple of minutes which explains the popularity of these machines!

To make a bottle, add the required number of formula scoops to the bottle and then the machine will dispense a ‘hot shot’ of hot water - 70 degrees C - to mix the formula powder in. Make sure all of the powder is completely dissolved in this hot shot to ensure any bacterial contamination in the powder is taken care of.

The bottle should then be placed back in the machine which will top it up with the correct amount of water at the specific temperature to ensure the milk is ready to feed.

As always, it’s a good idea to mix the milk gently to avoid any hot spots and test the temperature on your wrist before feeding to your baby.

How do you clean and maintain a formula prep machine?

Follow the manufacturers guidelines for cleaning and maintenance.

Run a cleaning cycle often; it’s recommended to run sterilising fluid and/or boiling water through the machine regularly.

Ensure you only use the filters designed for your machine. While other, generic brand filters are available they will not have been tested with your machine so their safety and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This can also lead to carbon from the filter building up in the pipes of the machine.

Open the back of the machine to check the water tubes.

What are the concerns about using formula prep machines?

Whilst the manufacturer states that the water in the hot shot is dispensed at over 70 degrees, there are concerns that the temperature may not be accurate and that the hot shot may not be dispensed in enough volume to sterilise the formula powder. There have also been questions about the accuracy of the final volume of water dispensed.

Some parents have been worried about build up of what appears to be mould in the water pipes of the machine. However, the manufacturer states that this is most likely to be carbon residue from the filter - which underscores the importance of only using the filter designed for the machine - and that a strict cleaning protocol will prevent this from happening.

If the handiness of a formula prep machine does appeal to you, we recommend that you read all of the information on he particular band you want to purchase. If you do buy one, make sure you put a strict cleaning and maintenance regime in place which includes running sterilising fluid through the machine and taking the back off to check the pipes on a regular basis.

Here’s what we found when one of us took the back off our formula prep machine.

How to prepare for breastfeeding

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When you think about breastfeeding, it can seem like there are a lot of things to consider. Breastfeeding comes naturally to your body, but there are some things you need to take care of beforehand. What can help you? To start breastfeeding successfully, you need to take some time to plan and know who to turn to for advice.

Where to start?

Before moving on to the topic of breastfeeding, let's discuss all the benefits of breastfeeding.

Benefits of breastfeeding

First, breastfeeding helps to establish close emotional contact between mother and baby. Breastfeeding allows you to spend precious moments of togetherness with your baby, which will give both of you a sense of calm and comfort.

As far as breast milk is concerned, it has many benefits for the baby: supports cognitive development, improves the immune system, reduces the risk of respiratory infections, otitis media, and reduces the likelihood of digestive problems.

Breastfeeding is also good for the mother: it helps the uterus to contract after childbirth, reduces the risk of uterine and breast cancer, and if you breastfeed for at least six months, your weight is more likely to return to normal.

At the beginning of breastfeeding, try to keep these benefits in mind to help you overcome any difficulties.

How to prepare for breastfeeding

Now let's move on to the practical side of the issue. Your breastfeeding experience will be unique because there is no other mom and baby like her in the world. However, there are guidelines to help any woman prepare for successful breastfeeding.

  • Get a breast exam

Before breastfeeding, it is advisable to have a breast exam by a mammologist or ob/gyn. A specialist can evaluate whether your breasts change properly during pregnancy and what to do if you have flat or inverted nipples. This will help to avoid problems with putting the baby to the breast.

  • Take care of your breasts

Use a moisturizer, especially in the 3rd trimester, and change your bra. During pregnancy, the breasts begin to increase, and in order to avoid discomfort, it is better to purchase new underwear of a larger size, with wide straps, made from natural materials. This will help maintain normal blood circulation.

  • Take to the hospital

When packing the bag for the hospital, take the breast pads to help with milk leakage, as well as a nursing bra. It should fit the circumference of the chest and the volume of the cup in order to support the chest, but not constrain it. ​If you have flat or inverted nipples, silicone nipple shields and a breast pump may be helpful. With their help, you can help to stretch the nipple for a better latch.

  • Breastfeed the first hour after birth

The first hour after birth, the so-called "golden hour", is essential for successful breastfeeding. Mom and baby get to know each other. It is recommended to allow the baby to have skin-to-skin contact with the mother, as well as immediately attach it to the breast.

  • Continue to breastfeed your baby even if you have to go away

As time goes by, you may need to be away from your baby for a little while, but still continue to feed him valuable breast milk. Think in advance which breast pump is right for you if for some reason you need to express milk in order to bottle feed your baby. For example, lightweight manual breast pumps* are suitable for occasional pumping, and if you plan to pump regularly, you may be better suited for an Electronic Breast Pump*, which provides close-to-natural pumping.


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  • Watch the Philips Avent Webinar Series

To help you feel calm and confident when your baby arrives, we encourage you to listen to the Philips Avent80 webinar series from the experts on breastfeeding, they tell in an accessible language how to properly attach a baby to the breast, what a milk bank is, when there are lactation crises and what to do about it.

  • Your doctor

During your scheduled visits, you can ask all your questions about changes in your body.

  • Pregnancy courses

In addition to preparing for childbirth, courses for pregnant women usually provide basic knowledge and advice on breastfeeding.

  • Lactation Consultant

A Lactation Consultant is a specialist you can contact from the very beginning to teach and show you how to properly latch on and stimulate milk flow.

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      Philips Avent supports you in your quest to breastfeed, as breast milk is the ideal food for your baby during the first months of life. Our 1.2 manual and electronic breast pumps and breast care accessories will help you improve your lactation so you can give your baby the very best - breast milk.

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      The first hour after birth, when mother and baby get to know each other, is called the "golden hour". It is recommended to allow the baby to have skin-to-skin contact with the mother, as well as immediately attach it to the breast.

      The more often a mother breastfeeds or expresses milk in the first days after birth, the more milk is produced. That is why it is especially important to feed or pump in the first days after the birth of the baby. This time is of great importance for successful breastfeeding.

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      The success and duration of breastfeeding largely depend on healthy breasts. To avoid discomfort during breastfeeding, take care of your breasts with special breastfeeding accessories.

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      Breast milk even when the mother is not at home

      If you decide to come out of maternity leave or you just need to leave home for a while, you can continue to feed your baby with valuable breast milk, you just need to prepare - to create a breast milk bank.

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      Want to learn more about breastfeeding?

      Download the Philips Avent Breastfeeding Guide for all the essential information on why your baby already knows how to latch on and what to do during feeding.

      Philips Avent is committed to supporting parents and providing them with everything they need for the healthy development of their baby. We offer products based on the desires of women and the needs of children, and innovation you can rely on. We help parents choose the right ways to feed their babies.

      We believe that breast milk is the best food for newborns, so our products are fully compliant with the WHO Code (1981). Breastfeeding support is at the heart of our mission and strategy. We welcome feedback and suggestions that help us continue to support breastfeeding. There are contraindications. Consult with a specialist.

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      * According to the results of the study "Baby Index -2020" by Ipsos Comcon LLC in the categories of breast pumps and feeding devices and feeding equipment


      *Based on GemSeek's online customer satisfaction survey of over 9,000 women using children's brands, December 2015.

      *Based on GemSeek's online customer satisfaction survey of over 9,000 women using products of children's brands, December 2015.

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