There will be residual water in the base of the bag. To remove the water, hold the bag in the cool area as indicated and pour the water away from you into the sink. Do not fully unzip the bag before removing the residual water. If you have a dishwasher you can also pop the items in there on the top shelf. Dishwasher cleaning can result in thoroughly clean-looking bottles. However, be mindful that sanitising them in this way is never a substitute for sterilisation, as not all germs are eliminated. Cleaning them thoroughly is just one step of the process. How much does a steriliser cost? Munchkin’s cool touch microwave steriliser bags eliminate 99.9% of bacteria from baby bottles, teats, soothers, teethers, small toys and breast pump accessories. All you need to do is fill the bags with feeding items and water, pop them in the microwave and you’re good to go. A lifesaver on holidays or when you are out and about ! The bags are made of polypropylene, a tough heat-resistant and BPA-free plastic, and are sealed with a strip along the top edge. Our tester, Maisie, found that the seal remained firm throughout all 20 uses – the bag didn't leak hot water or burn fingers.

Our tester, who needed to sterilise breast pump parts and bottles every day but not intensively (every four hours), was hugely impressed with their capacity and longevity and enthusiastic about having a couple of boxes stowed away instead of keeping a large plastic unit on the counter. Electric, cold water, boiling, microwave and UV – there are many methods to sterilise your baby’s feeding essentials, but how do you know which is the best method for you and your baby? Unfortunately, a dishwasher alone isn’t enough to effectively sterilise your baby’s bottles. You will need to adequately sterilise all bottles and feeding equipment using one of the above methods until your baby is at least 12 months old. Place the sterilising bag into the centre of the microwave, ensuring the bag is upright. Follow the instructions for your microwave. Microwave on high power using this guide:Of all the cute and cuddly activities to enjoy with your baby, sterilising their feeding kit is probably not one of them! However, it may be a necessary process for you to undertake to ensure they are protected from harmful germs and bacteria. Feed. Sterilise. Repeat. It can be a bit of a task to stay on top of sterilising with a demanding feed schedule; thanks to our cool touch microwave steriliser bags, it’s easier than ever to clean your baby bottles and stay on top of your baby feeding routine. Sterilising your baby’s feeding equipment before every use is essential for at least your baby’s first year – although this does not apply to weaning items such as spoons and bowls, if weaning from the recommended age of 6 months. If This is an old school way of sterilising your baby bottles. It works just as well as it always did, but does take a little graft on your behalf. To sterilise by boiling, you should: Sterilising bottles and feeding equipment is so important to keep your little one healthy. The technique you choose is up to you, as long as those bottles are safe to use!

mouths!) around them. This new generation of sterilisers use light rather than heat, steam or chemicals to eliminate germs and other nasties. Things to consider before buying a steriliser You should also be careful with what you put in the steriliser bag. It goes without saying that metal is a no-go for the microwave, and you should make sure anything you put in is clearly 'microwave-safe'. Modern UV sterilisers, or ‘dry’ sterilisers are capable of sterilising items such as your keys, the TV remote control and even your mobile phone, which can be really useful, especially if your little one likes to get their teeny hands (and Harmful bacteria can grow in milk residue left on bottles, which can leave your baby vulnerable to infections. Sterilising your little one’s feeding equipment will help to protect them, particularly from bacteria which cause vomiting and diarrhoea. Here we look at the options available, as well as offer a selection of some of the leading sterilisers on the market to help you get started… What is a steriliser?The great thing about microwave steriliser bags is that there’s no assembly or pre-cycle required. You can get one out of the box, put the required amount of water in the bottom and you’re good to go.