The self-sterilising feature is genuinely handy, but leaking issues and reports of colic make these a bit of a gamble. Perfect for parents wanting a mid-range bottle to trial, but skip if your baby is already prone to gas or you need bulletproof leak protection.
⚠️Multiple parents report leaking problems, so check the seal carefully every single time you assemble them or you'll be dealing with milk everywhere.
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What parents say
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“Highly rated for anti-colic performance and breast-like teat”
Solid Choice
The Tommee Tippee Natural Start Anti-Colic Bottles are a well-regarded option, especially for their ability to reduce colic symptoms. Parents appreciate the soft, flexible teat that mimics breastfeeding. While some find the multiple components tricky to assemble with one hand, the bottles are generally praised for being easy to clean and self-sterilise. A few note occasional leakage, but overall these seem to work well for most babies.
What parents love
Worth knowing
Best for
- Breastfeeding parents looking to easily transition between breast and bottle
- Babies prone to colic or gas
May not suit
- Parents who need a quick, one-handed bottle assembly
- Those concerned about leaks or a more robust bottle design
Tips from parents
Consider buying a pack of larger teat sizes as your baby grows to keep up with their changing feeding needs.
Ensure all components are properly assembled to prevent leaks and maintain the anti-colic function.
Check retailer reviews for the latest on any quality or design changes, as some parents report variations over time.
Product details
- Newborn Starter Set includes 2 x 150ml and 2 x 260ml Natural Start bottles, 2 x medium-flow teats, 2 x 0-6 month nighttime soothers, and 1 x bottle and teat brush
- Natural latch teat shape encourages a natural latch, reducing air intake and preventing nipple confusion
- Anti-colic valve reduces air ingestion, helping to ease colic symptoms
- Soft silicone teat flexes and stretches like a breast, allowing baby to feed at their own pace
- Bottles can be self-sterilised in the microwave in just 3 minutes
- 100% leakproof when the screw ring, teat, and cap are secured
Specifications & features
Specifications
Key features
Natural latch
Made from soft silicone, Tommee Tippee teats are shaped like a breast to encourage a natural latch and help to prevent nipple confusion when switching between breast and bottle feeding
Built-in anti-colic valve
Tommee Tippee Natural Start teats have an anti-colic valve that's proven to reduce air ingestion*
Paced feeding
Each soft silicone baby bottle teat flexes and stretches like a breast to help your baby feed comfortably at their own pace
Simple self-sterilising
The quickest and easiest self-sterilising bottle on the market*, a Tommee Tippee Natural Start baby bottle can be easily self-sterilised in the microwave in just 3 minutes
Spill, mess and leakproof
When the screw ring, teat and cap are all secured, this Natural Start baby bottle is completely leakproof, even if it’s turned upside down, shaken or dropped
