Choosing a thermos for baby bottles

Vacuum flasks for baby bottles with and without warming have become an indispensable accessory for most young parents. On sale you can find convenient models for two and one bottle, convenient for travel, for a walk, at a party. But before choosing a thermos cover that keeps the milk warm in the bottle, you should thoroughly study the available varieties of such accessories, familiarize yourself with the leading brands in this area.

What is commonly referred to as a thermos for baby bottles is, in fact, rather a bag or a case that maintains the optimal temperature of a container with milk or food prepared from a dry mixture. This accessory allows you to avoid too fast cooling of food for the baby during a walk or trip. In summer, it will protect the milk in the bottle from rapid souring, provide additional protection against bacteria and other pathogenic microflora.

A bottle thermos can help solve a common problem of breaking, cracking glass or plastic containers.

The specialized accessory does not change the taste properties of milk and other products, and also has a number of other advantages.

• Long-term maintenance of the desired mode. Keeps the set temperature for up to 5 hours, depending on the model.
• Versatility. Compatible with hot and cold drinks.
• Functionality. You can store bottles in a bag or fit in a jacket pocket. The wardrobe trunk is small in size, it can be designed for 1 or several containers.
• Long service life. The thermos will definitely be enough for the entire period, while the baby feeds on liquid mixtures.
• Easy to use. Most products do not have any options that could cause confusion.
• Security. A special thermos for bottles does not have parts that can injure a person when used, even in a rush or when handling carelessly.

These are the main features possessed by accessories that are capable of maintaining the optimal temperature of infant formula for a long time.

All models of thermoses for baby bottles can be divided into several categories according to their design, functionality, volume and capacity. In most cases, the outside of them is not a metal case, but soft lining, which better softens hard contact with surfaces. It is usually made from an easily washable synthetic fabric.

By their design, all thermoses for baby bottles are divided into a number of models.

• Heated. The thermos, keeping warm, has a built-in battery and a special chamber for the bottle. It is charged before use and then taken with you. Some models operate exclusively from the mains - from a car cigarette lighter or socket. Such devices are quite heavy, it is not very convenient to carry them with you all the time.

• Thermos cover. Soft and compact, such an accessory barely exceeds the size of the bottle itself, has a volume of no more than 500 ml. The thermal cover easily fits into a stroller or bag, in winter it keeps the temperature of liquids for about 60 minutes, in summer it is 4 times longer.

• Thermo-refrigerator. An irreplaceable accessory on hot days. In such a thermos, food does not heat up, it remains cool for a long time. A good solution for a beach holiday or a car trip in the heat. Instead of milk in a bottle, they take juice or another drink; for work, it may be necessary to pre-connect the thermo-refrigerator to the network.

• Thermal container. Simple models with a lid and a rigid body made of stainless steel, plastic, with a textile cover. Inside, there must be a thermal insulation layer based on foam or other lightweight material. The bottle, placed inside, maintains the set temperature for 1-2 hours.

• Thermal bag. A convenient option for traveling with the whole family with children of different ages. In this case, it will be possible to remove several bottles and other provisions inside, depending on the capacity of the storage compartment. The disadvantages include only the weak insulation of the thermal bag; in severe frost or heat, there will be little benefit from it. On the plus side - the ability to take it with you on a trip without a stroller, the presence of a handle or shoulder straps, a compartment for diapers.

In terms of capacity, thermoses can be designed for two bottles or only for 1 container.

Among the brands presented on the market, one can mention the traditional leaders of the industry. These include the Italian brand Chicco, as well as Thermos, which specializes in feeding products. They produce ergonomic bottle thermoses, including models with a straw, for the period when the baby begins to use more than just the nipple.

Also of interest are the products of AVENT, known for their functionality. The brand has both full-fledged bags and thermoses with heating elements.

And also it is worth paying attention to the models of CS Medica covers with heating. They are compact, look very stylish, you can choose an accessory to match the color of the stroller.

When choosing the right thermos for baby bottles, parents have many factors to consider.

• Appointment. For walks in the park, visiting the clinic, a regular thermal cover is suitable. For long trips or picnics, you will need a heated thermos option.The bag will come in handy if you have to take with you not only a bottle, but also a snack for the baby's mother.
• Wall thickness. The larger it is, the better the thermos will keep the set temperature. In addition, the thick walls will act as a shockproof bumper between the inside of the bottle and the outside world.
• Seasonality of operation. For the winter period, it is better to choose models with heating or more solid insulation.
• Dimensions. The height of the product should be such that a bottle with a nipple is placed inside.
• Tightness. It is optimal if the design of the cover or thermal container has a tight-fitting lid, which excludes possible heat leaks.
• Ease of cleaning and care. If you have a soft fabric cover, you must definitely choose an option that can be easily hand washed and cleaned. Formulas and milk will leave greasy stains that will take a long time to remove. A well-cleaned cloth will be a real salvation.
• Capacity. If twins are growing up in the family, it is worth choosing a container for 2 bottles from the very beginning. The same model will provide comfort during a long trip or walk.
• Availability of additional functions. The ability to connect to the network or to cool, heat the contents is an important part of the comfortable use of thermos flasks for baby bottles. The built-in battery is useful when the device cannot be connected to a power source.

These are the basic rules that should be followed when choosing the right thermos model for baby food bottles. In addition, the design of the products should be pleasing to the parents, but not too appealing to the child. Using a stylish accessory is always more pleasant than a banal or boring one.