Difrax Bottle Warmer
The Difrax bottle warmer is ideal for quickly and safely warming (breast)milk. It also features a defrost function and a setting to keep bottles and jars warm for extended periods. Additionally, the bottle warmer can be used to (steam)clean bottles and small accessories.
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If you have specific questions about using our bottle warmer, check our FAQs. You can find many answers to your questions there.
View the Difrax Bottle Warmer manual here
Heating in the Microwave
You can also warm the milk in the microwave. Do this gradually on a low wattage setting and without the bottle nipple. Breast milk can also be warmed in the microwave (source: Voedingscentrum)!
Guideline:
- 100 ml - 600 watts - 30 sec
- 150 ml - 600 watts - 45 sec
- 200 ml - 600 watts - 60 sec
Always swirl the milk and test the temperature on your wrist to ensure even heating and to avoid 'hotspots.' Always check the temperature before feeding your baby.
Infant formula and expressed milk should be given at around 37°C. It might feel lukewarm.
Au bain-marie
The S-bottle and Mammafeel bottle can be warmed au bain-marie in a saucepan. Place the bottle standing or lying down in warm water in a pan or bowl. Ensure the water is not too hot or boiling; a temperature of around 40°C is ideal. It typically takes 10 to 15 minutes for the bottle to reach the right temperature. Swirl the milk occasionally to distribute the heat.
Keep the following in mind:
- After warming, hold the S-bottle slightly tilted to allow any hot water that may have accumulated between the bottom and the body of the bottle to drain out. Dry the bottle and wrap a cloth around the bottom to prevent any remaining hot water from leaking during feeding.
- The unique anti-colic valve may sometimes be pushed up during warming, causing the milk to leak from the bottom. To avoid this, you can also warm the bottle lying down.
An alternative is to use a bottle with a closed bottom. After warming, you can transfer the milk to the Difrax S-bottle.
Always test the milk temperature by placing a drop on the inside of your wrist to ensure it’s not too hot.
Room Temperature
Alternatively, you can choose not to warm the milk. It can be perfectly fine to drink at room temperature!