Medela Brush with Base

Why might I need of a bottle cleaning brush ?

If you're expressing and feeding your baby expressed breast milk, it's very important to wash your breastfeeding accessories, such as bottles, after use (and disinfect them once a day) to ensure they're clean and safe. Specially designed for bottles, teats, and breast pumps, the Medela Quick Clean™ Bottle Brush makes it easy to keep everything clean. The flexible brush head with 180° bristles reaches every nook and cranny, so there's no milk left behind. Plus, it features a handy teat cleaner that's cleverly ridged to remove residue from delicate areas of bottle teats.

How do I keep bottles clean?

After each use, breast milk bottles should be disassembled and washed immediately in warm, soapy water. This removes any traces of milk that could dry out and harbor bacteria. Using your Quick Clean™ Bottle Brush will help you get straight to hard-to-reach areas. Once you're finished, rinse the bottle parts thoroughly in clean water and let them dry on a clean cloth. Replace your bottle brush Clean it on its stand between uses - this stores it upright for quick and hygienic drying. And remember, you should disinfect bottles before using them for the first time, and once a day thereafter - see our article on Cleaning Your Breast Pump Equipment for more details. Caring for Your Bottle Brush Before using your Medela Quick Clean™ Bottle Brush for the first time, wash it in warm, soapy water. Alternatively, you can clean it in the top rack of the dishwasher. There is no need to disinfect. your bottle cleaning brush between uses by boiling it or placing it in a sterilizer. You should also not sterilize it in the microwave or steam. We recommend replacing the brush every 30 to 45 days, or if it shows signs of wear.