Using a dishwasher can be a convenient way to stay on top of the dishes that are being used. It can help to save hours of time washing the dishes through the traditional means of the sink and is therefore one of the most popular way to wash baby bottles and other items that are used by parents – but, is it safe to place baby bottles in the dishwasher?
When new parents are trying to decide whether baby bottles should be placed in the dishwasher, they should consider the recommendations of the manufacturer. On the packaging of the baby bottle, the parent can read whether the baby bottles can be placed in the dishwasher, and even whether the baby bottles can be placed in the microwave.
In the case that the baby bottle can indeed be placed in the dishwasher, parents should determine the type of bottle. Glass bottles can be placed in the dishwasher with ease, where plastic bottles should be placed only on the top rack of the dishwasher. Placing bottles on the top rack of the dishwasher is going to ensure that the bottle is not only durable for longer, but that the bottle is not going to be overexposed to water, which can degrade the plastic and cause chemical components to leak through.
Ideally, parents should wash the baby bottles by hand and use a bottle dryer that can help to air dry the bottles. This way, parents are able to reduce the degradation of the plastic and allow the bottles to be used longer without having to be replaced. Once the plastic becomes scratched and faded (which the dishwasher can facilitate) the parent should replace the bottle to avoid the leaching of chemicals into the bottle. This way, the bottle can remain safe.
If you must place the bottle in the dishwasher every so often, it is not going to hurt the bottle, just be sure to place it in the top rack. However, the best way to wash baby bottles in the dishwasher is to use a basket such as the one pictured above. It guarantees a clean wash and keeps your baby bottles safe every time!
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