All About Sterilising

We know that for new parents, sterilising can sound intimidating at first...

…like you should have a lab coat and some goggles to get your baby’s bottles clean!

But don’t worry, it's not as scary as it sounds.

A key step in your baby’s feeding routine

It's important to sterilise all your baby's feeding kit, including bottles and teats, until they’re at least 12 months old.

During their first year, your baby’s immune system isn’t yet fully developed, meaning they’re more susceptible to illnesses than older babies and toddlers.

Sterilising their feeding equipment goes beyond keeping things clean – it’s about getting rid of any leftover milk residue that might be lingering and protecting them from harmful bacteria and mould that can cause tummy bugs and illnesses like diarrhoea and vomiting.

Getting started

It’s recommended that you sterilise anything that touches breast milk or formula, as well as anything that regularly goes in your baby’s mouth.

This includes their bottles and teats, but also things like breast pumps, soothers, toys and teethers!

We know, it seems like a lot of work, but it really doesn’t take too long and it’s super simple – it’ll become a natural part of your daily routine in no time!

So, which steriliser is right for you?

Let us help you choose.

Does it kill viruses and bacteria?	Yes, all Tommee Tippee sterilisers kill viruses* and 99.9% of bacteria.
How many bottles can it sterilise at once?	Six			Four
How long does sterilisation take?	10 minutes	40 minutes	Five minutes	Four minutes
How many modes does it have?	Four – sterilise, dry, auto mode, storage mode.	Three – sterilise only, dry only, sterilise and dry.	One	N/A. Simply place this steriliser in the microwave on full power.
Will it dry my bottles too?	Yes. You can dry your bottles and other feeding equipment for 30, 40 or 50 minutes.	Yes. All within the 40 minute cycle.	No drying feature, but any residual water is sterile, and the outside of the bottle can be wiped with a paper towel.
Does it filter dust, pollen, and airborne pollutants?	Yes, plus these sterilisers come with one spare filter. The filter should be changed every 6 months.		No
How long will the contents stay sterile?	This steriliser emits five minutes of UV light and five minutes of drying every two hours to keep the items inside sterile.	24 hours. When the sterilising cycle is finished, either remove contents and use straight away or leave the lid closed and contents will remain sterile for up to 24 hours.
What colours are available?	Black or white			White

*Tested against Coronavirus (tested to EN 16777) and Influenza H1N1.

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Baby Bottles

The unique curved shape of our bottles makes it easy for you to hold your baby in the most natural position as they feed – close to you.

Whichever bottle you choose, we guarantee that they’re all easy to clean, and BPA, BPS and phthalate-free for ultimate reassurance.

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Bottle & Teat Brush

Before sterilising your bottles, clean any hard-to-reach areas with our Closer to Nature® brush to remove as much residual milk as possible. It has durable nylon bristles and a soft, wire-free Dura-Tip teat and spout cleaner.

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