For parents seeking to support their baby's feeding journey, the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Easi-vent Fast Flow Teats (6m+) offer a breast-like feel and natural latch to ease the transition between breast and bottle. These teats are designed for babies aged 6 months and older who are ready for a faster flow, helping to reduce air intake and minimize colic symptoms. While highly effective for their intended purpose and compatible with Closer to Nature bottles, it's crucial to ensure the fast flow rate is appropriate for your individual baby's feeding pace.
Breast-like Shape: Mimics the natural flex, stretch, and movement of a breast, providing a familiar and comfortable experience for your baby.
Easy Latch-on: Designed to encourage a natural latch, reducing the risk of nipple confusion when switching between breast and bottle.
Easi-vent Anti-Colic Valve: An innovative valve integrated into the teat reduces air ingestion during feeding, which helps to lessen the symptoms of colic and discomfort.
Soft Silicone Material: Made from soft, flexible silicone that feels gentle on your baby's gums and encourages a natural feeding motion.
Fast Flow (6m+): Specifically designed for babies aged 6 months and older, providing a faster liquid flow rate suitable for their developing feeding needs.
BPA-Free: Ensures peace of mind, as all teats are made from materials free of harmful BPA.
Natural Latch Promotion: The breast-like design aids in a natural latch, making it easier for babies to switch between breast and bottle.
Reduced Colic Symptoms: The anti-colic valve effectively minimizes air intake, helping to alleviate discomfort and reduce colic.
Soft and Flexible: The silicone material is soft on baby's mouth and allows for natural feeding movement.
BPA-Free: Offers a safe feeding solution for your baby.
Suitable for Older Babies: The fast flow rate caters to the increased feeding demands of babies 6 months and older.
Specific Bottle Compatibility: These teats are exclusively designed to fit Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature bottles.
Flow Rate Suitability: While labeled for 6m+, some babies may still prefer a slower flow, or others might need an even faster one, requiring careful observation.
Natural Latch Promotion: The breast-like design aids in a natural latch, making it easier for babies to switch between breast and bottle.
Reduced Colic Symptoms: The anti-colic valve effectively minimizes air intake, helping to alleviate discomfort and reduce colic.
Soft and Flexible: The silicone material is soft on baby's mouth and allows for natural feeding movement.
BPA-Free: Offers a safe feeding solution for your baby.
Suitable for Older Babies: The fast flow rate caters to the increased feeding demands of babies 6 months and older.
Specific Bottle Compatibility: These teats are exclusively designed to fit Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature bottles.
Flow Rate Suitability: While labeled for 6m+, some babies may still prefer a slower flow, or others might need an even faster one, requiring careful observation.
The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Easi-vent Fast Flow Teats are engineered to provide a smooth and comfortable feeding experience for babies ready for a quicker flow. The Easi-vent valve is a standout feature, actively working to prevent vacuum build-up in the bottle and ensuring a continuous, even flow of milk while minimizing swallowed air. This is particularly beneficial for reducing fussiness and gas after feeds.
In practical use, parents will notice how the soft, silicone teat flexes and stretches during feeding, mimicking the natural action of breastfeeding. This flexibility, combined with the wider, breast-like shape, helps babies to instinctively latch on correctly. For babies transitioning from breast to bottle, or those who are combination feeding, the design can significantly reduce nipple confusion, making feeding times less stressful for both baby and parent.
When using the fast flow teats, observe your baby's feeding cues. If your baby is gulping excessively, coughing, or pulling away frequently, the flow might still be too fast for them, even at 6 months+. Conversely, if they appear frustrated or are working very hard to get milk, they may need an even faster flow. The 6m+ designation is a guide; your baby's individual development is key.
Example Scenario: A baby, previously using medium flow teats, starts showing signs of frustration during feeds, taking longer to finish bottles, or falling asleep mid-feed without finishing. Switching to the fast flow teats allows them to consume their milk more efficiently, satisfying their increased appetite and improving feeding times.
Inspect: Before first use and after each use, inspect the teat for any signs of damage or wear. Replace immediately if damaged.
Assemble: Gently push the teat through the screw ring until it clicks securely into place. Ensure the Easi-vent valve is aligned correctly with the vent on the screw ring.
Attach: Screw the assembled teat and ring firmly onto your Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature baby bottle.
These teats are specifically designed for use with Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature baby bottles. They are not compatible with other bottle brands or ranges (e.g., Tommee Tippee Anti-Colic Plus or Advanced Anti-Colic bottles).
Cleaning: Before first use, sterilize all components. After each use, wash the teat thoroughly in warm, soapy water and rinse well. Use a teat brush to clean inside the teat if necessary. Invert the teat to ensure thorough cleaning.
Sterilization: Suitable for steam sterilization (electric or microwave), boiling (for 5 minutes), or cold water sterilization solution. Always follow the sterilizer manufacturer's instructions.
Storage: Store all components in a dry, covered container. Avoid direct sunlight or heat, which can damage the silicone. Do not store with or allow to come into contact with solvents or harsh chemicals.
Replacement: For hygiene and safety, it is recommended to replace teats every 2-3 months, or sooner if they show signs of wear, damage, or discolouration.