Can Tommee Tippee Bottles Go In The Dishwasher? (Find Out Now!)

Being a new mom is arguably one of the important jobs in the world. Without mothers, life simply does not exist! It’s safe to say being a new mom is also one of the most demanding jobs in the world. Yet, nearly 87% of women become mothers. Thanks to the many women that came before, modern mothers just seem to know how to maximize each free second. What’s sleep? More importantly, can this go in the dishwasher?

Although modern-day moms may face emerging complex issues, we have the luxury of disposable diapers, baby wipes, and car seats. Even squeeze pouches contribute to your day running a little more smoothly. And to keep up with modern inventions like the dishwasher, many baby bottles have evolved to be dishwasher-safe. Think of all the time you’ll save!

Can Tommee Tippee bottles go in the dishwasher? Yes! All Tommee Tippee baby bottles, nipples, and additional parts are 100% dishwasher-safe. To preserve the quality of your Tommee Tippee bottle, make sure to load all parts into the top rack of your dishwasher. Cleaning your baby bottles in the household dishwasher can potentially introduce harmful bacteria into your baby’s bottle, so remember to sterilize bottles after washing.

Tommee Tippee bottles come with many advantages, which is one reason why they are one of the most reliable brands.

Tommee Tippee’s Closer to Nature baby bottle features a breast-like nipple that moves just like mom does. Babies love it! The flexible teat makes it easy to transition between breastfeeding and bottle feeding, so moms love it too. Tommee Tippee’s Anti-Colic baby bottle features a unique venting system that stops your baby from ingesting too much air while feeding. That means up to 80% fewer colic symptoms such as reflux or gas– plus, less fussing!

All Tommee Tippee bottles are BPA-free and completely safe for your baby. Tommee Tippee creates bottles from a plastic called polypropylene that’s lightweight and easy to clean. And we know that easy to clean means that the bottles are dishwasher-safe!

A quick Google search reveals that most Tommee Tippee gripes are related to the Anti-Colic bottle leaking. The Advanced Anti-Colic baby bottle has a vent intended to draw any air bubbles away from the milk, resulting in fewer colic symptoms. But leaking baby bottles is a widespread problem for new mothers and can be remedied with the proper care. To keep your Tommee Tippee bottle from leaking, make sure to let the boiling water cool before pouring it in. If the water is too hot when you pour it into the bottle, water could enter the straw. If the water reaches the air hole on the screw ring, the bottle will begin to leak.

You should always position larger components like the bottle and nipple in the top rack of the dishwasher. Since the bottle parts are lightweight plastic, they are vulnerable to both high pressure and high temperature. Putting your Tommee Tippee bottles on the bottom rack could result in a warped or damaged bottle.

Load Tommee Tippee bottles, nipples, and rings facedown on the top rack of the dishwasher. Placing them facedown ensures the water can easily clean and then drain from the inside.

Since your baby’s stomach is immature, it cannot handle certain bacteria that would go unnoticed by a fully functioning human body. That’s why boiling water for formula is imperative—even trace amounts of contaminants in tap water can make your baby sick.

Sterilizing your baby’s bottles is essential, even if it’s coming straight out of the dishwasher. Especially if it’s coming straight out of the dishwasher. Since baby bottles are for milk and formula, they’re a hotbed for nasty bacteria. Even if the dish cycle was thorough, the water spray could have introduced bacteria from the other dishes in the dishwasher.

To sterilize your Tommee Tippee bottles, boil them for five minutes. You can also use a microwave steamer or electric sterilizer. When you have sterilized your bottles, do not dry them off, as the towel could introduce bacteria into the bottle.

It’s essential to clean and sterilize your Tommee Tippee bottles between each use. Cleaning includes removing any milk residue or soil with soap, water, and an abrasive. Sterilizing your bottles includes eliminating bacteria at a high temperature of 212 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, bottles stay sterile for 24 hours.

The next time you’re in a hurry, you may wonder, “Is it necessary to sterilize this Tommee Tippee?” Yes! While the dishwasher’s high temperatures may remove residue and bacteria, the dishwasher itself could be introducing new contaminants into your baby’s bottle. Not sterilizing your baby’s Tommee Tippee can result in an upset tummy and diarrhea. Generally, it’s safe to stop sterilizing bottles once your baby has reaches three months of age.

Related Questions

Do I still need to sterilize my Tommee Tippee bottles after washing them in the dishwasher?

To protect your baby’s young immune system, the CDC recommends sterilizing your baby’s bottles once a day. Some parenting publications claim that putting Tommee Tippee bottles in the dishwasher on the highest heat setting (with a heated dry) is sufficient to blast away all harmful bacteria. If that were true, we would suggest washing your bottles and accessories separately to avoid any contamination. 

Why does my Tommee Tippee bottle leak?

A leaking bottle is a common problem faced by all new mothers (and all new babies). A leaking bottle could be a sign that the flow level is too slow, causing your baby to suck harder and push air into the vent. Once the pressure is too much, the pressure will force milk to leak from the screw ring or collar. Leaks can be caused by the incorrect assembly of lids, nipples, and collars. Check that all parts are in good condition, with no warped or misshapen pieces. If your Tommee Tippee Advanced Anti-Colic bottle is leaking, it could be because you poured too-hot water into the bottle. You want to use boiling water to kill any bacteria, but you should wait until the water has cooled before pouring it into your Tommee Tippee bottle. You don’t want the milk traveling up the straw and reaching the air bubble on the screw ring—then you’ve got a leak.