New to Sepal? Here are some helpful tips for a successful feed with your baby.
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Always ensure the size symbol on the teat is positioned under your baby's nose, facing upwards.
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Use a 50ml EBM vial for very small feeds
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Sepal bottles should be used with Sepal teats to ensure accurate and consistent flow rates.
What does it mean when the box says Reduced Feed or Thickened Feed, and some boxes don't say anything?
Our range of teats are divided into 3 categories:
Reduced Feed
Some babies benefit from a slower flow rate, allowing them time to manage their breathing, control the liquid in their mouth and to safely swallow.
In addition, some breastfeeding mothers report that choosing a slower flow rate for bottle feeds supports their ongoing breastfeeding.
General Use Feed
The best choice for healthy babies with no feeding issues.
Thickened Feed
The viscosity of thickened feeds mean they typically flow slower. To ensure your baby still feeds comfortable, without fatiguing or becoming frustrated, select a teat with a larger teat hole/faster flow rate.
Alternatively, if your baby is feeding well but showing some frustration with the current flow, we suggest trying a flow rate one step faster than is normal for their age. This will have a slightly bigger teat hole, allowing your baby's feed to flow faster.
