Glass is Better For Baby Bottle？

What to know about glass bottles

Using a glass baby bottle solves many of these problems. Plastic-free and dishwasher-safe, glass baby bottles are old fashioned, but effective. Effective, if you don't mind holding a heavier bottle and your baby is not the bottle throwing type.

• Are glass baby bottles safe?They can be. Many baby bottles made from glass are tempered so that they’re stronger and resist breaking or chipping if dropped. Many parents use a rubberized glass bottle cover to prevent breakage resulting from dropping.

• Are glass baby bottles dishwasher-safe? Yes, they are! Glass bottles are much easier to clean and sterilize because they can tolerate the high heat of the dishwasher. Plastic bottles, on the other hand, break down in the dishwasher, potentially leaching chemicals into baby formula and other liquids.

• Is it true that glass bottles reduce colic? Some brands, like Brown’s, claim that their glass baby bottles reduce fussiness caused by digestive issues such as gas and spitting up. Whether or not that’s true is unknown, but chances are it’s the design of the bottle and not the glass itself that’s the cause.  

• Can I store formula in glass baby bottles? It is safe to store baby formula in glass bottles.

That depends on your priorities. Glass baby bottles are better for the environment, easily cleaned, and don’t contain toxins that could leech into your baby’s formula. Plastic bottles, when cared for properly, are also generally safe to use – assuming you leave them out of the dishwasher and don’t clean them using harsh abrasives that can wear down the lining. Plastic bottles are also lightweight and unbreakable, making them safer for the days when the baby can self-feed.

Ultimately, whether or not plastic or glass bottles are right for your family depends on your needs. If your baby is feeding himself and you’re willing to wash the bottles by hand, BPA-free plastic bottles are safe. If you’re willing to be the primary feeder (too scary to let the baby handle a glass bottle!) and prefer the convenience of dishwashing, glass bottles are probably the way to go.