is this nipple difficult to clean?
2062564
The first time yes, but it gets easier when you figure out how to do it. The nipple is wonderful and very worth it. My son had zero problems with it and no nipple confusion.
2062565
Yes, im not sure you could properly clean it, bacteria could easily form inside. Im not an expert on cleaning as my baby would not take this unusual, alien like nipple at all. It has a 1/4 inch hole in the top.
2062566
I didn't think so but I also didnt use it that often. The nipple itself was so long it seemed to almost choke my son. To me it wasn't much like the breast other than the sucking motion to get the milk out. Once he would suck so much winks get into the nipple it would just pour out.
2062567
No, is easy. And after whashing still has the sterilizarion, which garente deep cleaning!
2062568
Yes, it has 3 separate pieces so it gets a little annoying. But I do think it works really well at slow-drip versus other bottle nipples making it closer to a breast feeding experience.
2062569
It is definitely more work to clean than a traditional nipple but it's not too bad. I would say it takes about 45 seconds
1530922
Yes, that's why I like it so much. The bottom of the handle comes out of the suction cup holder and fits nicely in the nipples. So you don't have to do two runs at each bottle nipple, clean the big parts with the sponge, get into the nipple with the back of the bottom of the handle, works great!
1480110
In general, it is very easy to clean. Pop the top off, dump everything in the trash, and wipe it out. The only part that is sort of gross is the part under the water bottle. It gets sort of disgusting, but is still not difficult to clean - just sort of yuck.
371100
yes, on the package of the nipple, it says that you can wash and reuse. I wash and sterilize mine every day.
1796178
Not much time at all. Milk never gets in the tubes, so no worries there. It is easy to take the breast shield attachment apart and clean the membrane. Maybe 5 minutes to clean with soap and water. No other parts need to be cleaned besides the bottles.
1178405
It's not too difficult. I just used a spatula. It's a little difficult to clean though.
958796
Yes, it's not difficult at all. I use the bottle scrubber and just rinse all the pieces off.
478652
The clear plastic cap over the nipple should fit tightly enough that you need to apply a little force to remove it. There is the yellow cap that goes on what would be the bottle end to keep it clean and sanitary on mine I never felt that yellow cap stayed on as well as it should. Unfortunately I only have one of these (didn't work for my baby) so I would say if the clear plastic cap is falling off it is likely damaged.
1046027
Yes that is the largest size one thing it's very important is to make sure you get the center of the shield on the center of your nipple. Otherwise it does cause some irritation. For about the first week my nipples were a little sensitive to feeding but we are now six months into breast-feeding yes I still use the shield and I've never problems at all also make sure you flip the nipple out see you get a good suction it pulls more the Ariola into the tip
100667
It's very easy to clean. I clean it with soap and water. The clear top part seems to get dirty easy. It's no problem to clean, and I just let it air dry.
539943
No not at all...it's so easy to clean...!! I'm using it today again..hope it helps...!
1425000
No... not hard to clean at all. As stated in my previous review (I've evidently become an expert on this device), best way to clean it is to first rinse out with hot water, then put in more hot water almost to the top and turn on the whirring thingy. This will "swirl" the water around. If you still have any residue (it will be near the top), then just give it a swipe with a wet dishrag around the inside edge and down about as far as your fingers will reach. Be careful not to touch the little whirring thingy (paddle). Dunno what would happen, but just don't. Box is long gone, so don't remember about instructions, but these washing instructions have worked for me - every day - for nearly a year now. Just don't let any residue dry out on the inside and you shouldn't have any probs. Bottom is flexible rubber and removable... it's where the batteries go. Just don't submerge or leave to set in standing water. I have already bought one for all my kids for Christmas. Great product, especially for the money. Hope this helps.
342690
it's made of silicone just like a baby's bottle nipple. so i guess boiling it for a few minutes wouldn't hurt. i clean mine like i clean the baby's nipple. was with soap and water and boil for about 5 mins.
1087366
It's super easy to clean - just use a bottle brush and hand wash. The top just unscrews and there are no little parts to remove and keep track of. I highly recommend this product.
1744557
It's not at all hard to clean. It's two parts that click into each other so you just take it apart.
1758515
it is pretty easy to clean, but I have had lots of trouble with the plastic tube piece breaking off from the threaded part. I have had to replace the fountain/part twice. The Drinkwell stainless steel 360 is sturdier.
395647
It's more like a pacifier nippe. Maybe 6-12 month nipple since its giant and shapely. :)