If you and your baby experience feeding issues – including latching problems, low milk supply, or maybe little ones that need a little extra nourishment or help to learn how to feed – then the Silicone Feeding Tube Set could be of assistance to you. It helps you overcome some of these common issues by connecting a bottle of supplemented milk to your breast via a tube, delivering a constant and controllable flow of milk to your baby at the breast. Through the use of the Silicone Feeding Tube, both mother and baby can experience the natural physical sensation of breastfeeding while encouraging mum’s supply and ensuring that baby receives adequate nutrition.
The Haakaa Silicone Baby Bottle is made from 100% medical-grade silicone, which makes it uniquely soft and safe for your baby. It is easy for little hands to hold, and because the silicone is impact-resistant, you can teach independence without worrying about breakages. It works seamlessly with our Silicone Feeding Tube Set, and is fully compatible with the rest of our silicone bottle attachments too! With a quick twist of the top, you can swap out your baby bottle teat for any of our range of optional interchangeable attachments (each sold separately). We have a feeding spoon dispenser for when your baby moves on to solids, a sippy bottle top to help your independent toddler transition from a bottle to a cup and a sealing disk to preserve any leftover food or milk after feeding.>
This combo pack includes 1 x Silicone Feeding Tube Set, 1 x 250ml Gen. 3 Silicone Baby Bottle.
Features
- Feeding tube made with food-grade silicone.
- Flow controller provides a consistent flow of liquid.
- Provides added nutrition to the baby, while also giving mum and baby the sensation of breastfeeding.
- Long and slim tube for inconspicuous and discreet use.
- Baby bottle made of food-grade silicone with great anti-impact performance.
- Soft, naturally-shaped silicone nipple designed to closely mimic breastfeeding.
- Multifunctional design, compatible with Gen. 3 attachments.
- Ultra-wide neck design allows for easy cleaning.
- BPA, PVC and phthalate-free.
Directions
- Insert both the inlet and outlet tubes into ends of the tube adapter. Thread the end of the outlet tube through the flow controller.
- Push the thick inlet tube down through the X-shaped opening on the Variable Flow Nipple and pull it through until it is long enough to reach the milk in the bottle. Attach the nipple to the bottle.
- Place the end of the thin outlet tube 1-2cm away from your nipple and secure its position with medical tape.
- Introduce your baby to your nipple and then place the thin outlet tube gently into their mouth to begin feeding.
- Squeeze the silicone bottle body to control the flow of milk. Increase pressure on the bottle to increase the speed that milk flows or reduce pressure to slow it down.
- If using another baby bottle with an X-shaped variable flow nipple, simply place the bottle in an elevated position higher than the end of the outlet tube to start the flow of milk.
- You can also use the flow controller to manager the speed that milk flows, adjusting to suit your child.
Top Tip: The Haakaa Supplemental Silicone Feeding Tube Set can be used with any baby bottle, as long as it is fitted with an X-shaped variable flow teat. Simply place the bottle above the end of the tube that is taped to your breast and let gravity do the work as your milk flows through the tube.
Cleaning and Care
Before first use, disassemble and clean the product before placing non-plastic components in boiling water for 5 mins to sterilise. Wash before and after each subsequent use. To clean the tubing, fill the bottle with warm soapy water and squeeze to let it flow through the tubing. Use the included cleaning brush to scrub the inside of the wider parts of the tubing. To clean the thinner sections of the tubing, squeeze the bottle several times to flush through with warm soapy water. To rinse, flush several times again with clean, fresh water. Repeat as needed until clean.
Only soft bristle brushes or soft sponges should be used to clean this product, as hard scourers may scratch the surface. Exposure to detergent may make the silicone in this product appear cloudy.
We strongly recommend cleaning and sterilising this product with any steam sterilising system or by boiling in water for 2-3 minutes. Avoid placing plastic components in boiling water or sterilisers. Do not use any bleach-based agents or sterilising tablets to clean this product. Do not use a UV steriliser to clean this product as it may impact its lifespan
Caution
Check product condition before each use. Immediately discontinue use and replace if this product shows any signs of damage. Do not store near any sharp objects. While it may be compatible with other X-shaped teats, we recommend only using this product with a Haakaa Gen. 3 Variable Flow Nipple. Smaller teats may tear when inserting the tube. Only soft bristle brushes or soft sponges should be used to clean this product, as hard scourers may scratch the surface. Exposure to detergent may make the silicone in this product appear cloudy. This product is not a toy. Do not use this product for anything other than its intended use. Store product in a cool, dry place and avoid direct sunlight. Adult supervision is required.
Note: We recommend visiting a breastfeeding or medical specialist if you have any concerns with breastfeeding and feel this product could be of assistance to you and your baby.