With the safety of your baby at the top of your list of priorities
, it's good to know of any items that might pose a risk to your child. In recent years, there has been concern about the safety of plastic baby bottles. There are many things you can do to keep your baby safe from any harmful effects these bottles might have on your child.
It has been proven that certain plastics used to make plastic baby bottles contain the chemical bisphenol A, or BPA. BPA can leach out of the plastic and have harmful effects on the baby. BPA can affect the reproductive system, the development of the brain, and the immune system. Although studies have suggested that only a trace amount of the chemical is present in these bottles and that it poses no threat to humans, it's still important to be aware of these threats to protect your child.
There are many things you can do to eliminate any threat BPA might pose to you and your family. It might be a good idea to avoid the threat altogether by using glass bottles instead. Glass baby bottles have been used for many years and are known to pose no safety threat. Breast-feeding is another way to avoid the threat of feeding your baby from plastic containers. If you do use plastic baby bottles, you should never put the bottles in the microwave or dishwasher because that can increase the threat of dangerous chemicals.
It is also thought that using powdered formula instead of liquid formula can reduce the risks plastic bottles might cause. Since keeping your baby safe is of the utmost importance, you should be aware of any risks products might pose to your child. Understanding the ways to protect your child can be an important part of parenting.