Dr. Talbot’s Silicone Anti-Colic Bottle – Self-Sterilizing Baby Bottle for Newborns – 8 oz – Pink

I LOVE IT
The standout feature of this bottle is its advanced venting system, which is specifically engineered to reduce the amount of air ingested during feedings. This is a game-changer when it comes to preventing colic symptoms and minimizing discomfort for babies prone to gas. I noticed a decrease in fussiness and gassiness after making the switch to this bottle.The slow-flow soft flex nipple is another highlight. It allows for a controlled and comfortable feeding pace, which is especially beneficial for newborns who are still learning to coordinate their sucking and swallowing. This feature not only promotes a smoother feeding experience but also reduces the risk of overfeeding.The bottle’s silicone construction is a practical choice. Not only is it free from harmful chemicals like BPA, but it’s also easy to clean and sterilize. The ergonomic design of the bottle makes it easy to hold, and the wide neck simplifies both pouring and cleaning. The measurement markings are clear and accurate, which is essential for tracking your baby’s intake.

Strong Bottle With Many Parts
This bottle definitely delivers in terms of strength and quality of materials–there’s nothing flimsy here and the surface that should be soft feel great. Once assembled and in use the bottle works very well–the vent prevents any bubbles from getting into the spout and the exterior shape makes gripping it easy, even when its wet and would otherwise be slippery. The bottle feels “solid.”The downside comes when you need to clean and reassemble the bottle: the vent system has several parts and fitting those back together with the lid pieces takes some work. The included instructions explain how to sterilize the bottle using a small amount of water and your microwave, but the bottle needs to be (correctly) fully assembled for that to work.In terms of quality this bottle is tough to beat–no leaks so far and very solidly constructed. Ease of use with respect to cleaning could be better but once its together its great.

Not a fan of the smell
Biggest issue with this bottle is the weird rubbery smell it gives off, and much more than other silicone bottles we’ve tried. We let it air out for a few days, washed it a couple of times, and ran it through the sanitizer and the smell was still there. Tried it anyway and it seems like our kid didn’t like it very much (which I know is very kid dependent, but still). Also this has a lot of separate parts to clean, which doesn’t help.

Best bottle for my granddaughter
This is really the only bottle that my granddaughter likes at this point. She is a toddler. It does have the detachable insert to reduce air consumed by the child. That is a great feature for little ones who are not proficient yet at belching and eliminating their own gas. As children get older, you can just remove that insert if you like. This brand of bottle definitely made a difference in her level of colic when she was younger. Now she just prefers it to others.