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Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Anti-Colic Bottles

by Dr. Brown's

★★★★★Editorial Rating 4.7 / 5.0

Anti-colic bottles with an internal vent system that reduces air bubbles, spit-up, and gas for fussy babies.

Editorial range

$24-$32

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What we like

  • Internal vent system genuinely reduces colic, gas, and spit-up
  • Natural Flow nipple works well for combo-fed babies switching between breast and bottle
  • Available in standard and wide-neck so you can find the right fit
  • Multiple nipple flow levels grow with baby from newborn through 6+ months

What could be better

  • More parts to clean than a standard bottle, and that vent insert is tiny
  • The vent pieces can be tricky to assemble when you're tired
  • Measurement markings fade after lots of dishwasher cycles

Key features

  • Internal vent system genuinely reduces colic, gas, and spit-up
  • Natural Flow nipple works well for combo-fed babies switching between breast and bottle
  • Available in standard and wide-neck so you can find the right fit
  • Multiple nipple flow levels grow with baby from newborn through 6+ months

Safety notes

BPA-free and made from polypropylene. Check nipples regularly for tears or damage and replace them every 2-3 months. Always test milk temperature on your wrist before feeding.

Buying guide notes

Start with a 4-pack of the 4oz bottles for newborns and size up to 8oz around 3-4 months. If the extra parts bother you, Dr. Brown's Options+ line lets you remove the vent system once colic improves. Comotomo bottles are a good alternative if you want something with fewer parts.

Overview

Our full take

Dr. Brown's bottles have been around forever, and there's a reason they keep showing up on every "best bottles" list. The internal vent system actually works. It channels air away from the milk so baby swallows less gas, which means less fussing and spit-up after feeds. Our son had terrible colic for the first two months, and switching to these made a noticeable difference within a couple of days. The Natural Flow nipple has a shape that works well for babies going back and forth between breast and bottle. They come in both standard and wide-neck options. Yes, there are extra parts to wash (the vent inserts add two more pieces per bottle), but if your baby is gassy or colicky, you won't care about the extra 30 seconds at the sink.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the vent system for?+

The internal vent tube stops air from mixing with the milk, which cuts the gas, spit-up, and colic that air bubbles cause. It's the whole reason these bottles exist.

Aren't there a lot of parts to clean?+

Yes, the vent insert means more pieces than a basic bottle. Many parents drop the vent once colic settles around 3 to 4 months, and the bottle still works fine as a standard one.

Narrow or wide-neck?+

Both exist. Narrow is the classic and cheapest; the wide-neck Options+ is easier to clean and fill. If you're combo-feeding, the wide nipple shape transitions a bit easier.

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$24-$32 · Editorial Rating 4.7/5

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