Bottle Nipples

Knowing when to change bottle nipple sizes is an important – and sometimes confusing – part of a comfortable and happy feeding experience for you and your baby. 

While most bottles offer various nipple levels that are tied to an age range (for example, 3 months+), every infant has their own feeding style, which is not necessarily a reflection of their age or size. 

How Will I Know When to Switch Bottle Nipple Sizes?
There is no “right” time to change your baby’s nipple level. Some babies are content using Level 1 throughout their feeding days, while more aggressive eaters may advance sooner than expected. Your baby will offer signs if the flow is not fast enough and it’s time to move up a level. Typical signs include baby:

• Taking longer to finish eating 
• Becoming fussy or irritated while eating 
• Falling asleep during feeding 

With newborns, especially premature babies, the nipple flow rate can actually be faster than your infant can tolerate. If your baby is exhibiting any of these signs while eating, you may want to try a slower flow (lower level) nipple: 

• Gulping 
• Hard swallowing 
• Coughing 
• Choking 
• Milk dripping from the mouth 
• Refusing the bottle 

To address all feeding stages and styles, Dr. Brown’s offers a series of bottle nipples with increasing flow rates. Dr. Brown’s nipple levels and corresponding ages are shown on the chart below. Read more to know when to change nipple sizes. 

Pigeon Peristaltic Nipple SS (Super Slow) 3rd Generation

Support your baby’s natural feeding rhythm with the Pigeon Peristaltic SS (Super Slow) Bottle Nipple. Designed through collaborative research with pediatricians and infant-feeding specialists, this nipple follows the three natural sucking movements of babies: attachment, peristaltic tongue motion, and swallowing, to encourage a smooth transition between breast and bottle.

The SS (Super Slow) flow is ideal for infants who benefit from a controlled, gentle milk release that supports optimal oral function and helps reduce the risk of over-feeding or flow preference.

• SS (Super Slow) nipple designed for newborns 0+ months

• Helps maintain optimal feeding patterns by delivering milk at a natural pace

• Built-in AVS™ venting adjusts air pressure inside the bottle

• Made from 100% BPA-Free food-grade silicone

Wide Bottle Compatibility:

• Lansinoh
• Spectra
• Motif
• NUK Anti-colic
• Nanobebe Flexi
• MAM
• Avent Anti-colic
• Maymom Wide
• Gulicola
• GentleFlow+
• Avima
• Parent's Choice Wide
• Baby Buddha
• Mixie Wide
• Chicco Duo
• & MORE

Product Details

• Product Name: Pigeon Peristaltic Nipple SS (Super Slow)

• Pack Size: 4 Nipples per 1 box

• Recommended Age: 0+ Months

• Material: BPA-Free Silicone Rubber

• Flow Level: SS – Super Slow

• Sterilization: Sterilize once upon opening, routine sterilization may degrade material faster requiring frequent replacement. Sterilze via boiling water for 3 minutes on a stove top.

Evenflo Balance + Wide Neck Slow Flow Nipple

Developed with Pediatric Feeding Specialists, the Evenflo Feeding Balance + Wide Neck Slow Flow Nipple is designed to support healthy bottle feeding without interfering with your feeding journey.

• Naturally sloped shape promoting a wide latch.
• Integrated vent system
• Intentional slow flow for a paced, gulp-free feeding

How to Use:

1. Prior to feeding, pinch the Proflo™ valve (A) between two fingers to separate the sides to ensure proper venting.

2. Squeeze nipple base and insert through the TOP of the cap ring.

3. Once lip is inside cap ring, release the nipple and lightly push the inside lip towards the edge.

4. Screw cap ring onto Balance + Wide Neck Bottle

• DO NOT over tighten cap ring

Evenflo Balance + Standard Neck Slow Flow Nipple

Developed with Pediatric Feeding Specialists, the Evenflo Feeding Balance + Standard Neck Slow Flow Nipple is designed to support healthy bottle feeding without interfering with your feeding journey.

• Naturally sloped shape promoting a wide latch.
• Integrated vent system
• Intentional slow flow for a paced, gulp-free feeding
• Collar not included

How to Use:

1. Prior to feeding, pinch the Proflo™ valve (A) between two fingers to separate the sides to ensure proper venting.

2. Squeeze nipple base and insert through the TOP of the cap ring.

3. Once lip is inside cap ring, release the nipple and lightly push the inside lip towards the edge.

4. Screw cap ring onto Balance + Standard Neck Bottle

• DO NOT over tighten cap ring

Evenflo Balance + Wide Neck MEDIUM Flow Nipple

Developed with Pediatric Feeding Specialists, the Evenflo Feeding Balance + Wide Neck Medium Flow Nipple is designed to support healthy bottle feeding without interfering with your feeding journey.

• Naturally sloped shape promoting a wide latch.
• Integrated vent system
• Intentional comfortable flow for a paced, gulp-free feeding

How to Use:

1. Prior to feeding, pinch the Proflo™ valve (A) between two fingers to separate the sides to ensure proper venting.

2. Squeeze nipple base and insert through the TOP of the cap ring.

3. Once lip is inside cap ring, release the nipple and lightly push the inside lip towards the edge.

4. Screw cap ring onto Balance + Wide Neck Bottle

• DO NOT over tighten cap ring

nfant Nipples: Revolutionizing Baby Feeding

Introducing the Nfant Nipple, designed for seamless integration into your baby's feeding routine. With ease-of-use at its core, this innovative nipple screws onto standard-size bottles, ensuring compatibility with most top-selling bottle brands and ready-to-use formula options.

Key Features:

Consistent Flow: Renowned for its consistency, the Nfant nipple is a game-changer in baby feeding. It's not only trusted for its reliable flow but is also clinically proven and hospital-recommended. Your baby's growth and comfort are our top priorities.

Unique Self-Venting Design: Each Nfant nipple is self-venting, maintaining fullness with milk or formula during feeding, catering to your baby's unique flow needs.

Safe and Reliable: Safety is non-negotiable. Our nipples are BPA-free and have been rigorously tested to ensure the highest safety standards. The controllable flow rate offers consistency in feeding, vital for your baby's proper growth.

Ready-to-Use Convenience: For busy parents, convenience is key. Our single-use packaging means each nipple is safe and ready to use straight out of the bag.

Easy Cleaning: Dishwasher safe for hassle-free cleaning, or you can opt for a simple hand wash. Regular inspection for wear and tear ensures long-lasting safety and hygiene.

Data-Driven Support with NFANT App: Complement your feeding routine with our NFANT app. Get personalized, data-driven guidance to respond and adapt to your baby's feeding needs effectively.

Verified Compatibility: Our simple yet versatile design fits any standard baby bottle, including breast milk storage bottles. Compatible with numerous brands, such as

• Grad-U-Feed
• Similac
• Abbott
• Snappies
• Gerber
• Dr. Brown's
• Sterifeed
• Ameda
• Pigeon
• Nuby
• Parent's Choice. (Note: No longer compatible with Enfamil's redesigned Ready to Use 2oz bottles).

Elevate your baby's feeding experience with Nfant Nipples – where innovation meets care.

GentleFLow+ Bottle Nipple with Gradual Slope for Breastfed and Combo Fed Babies

Introducing the GentleFlow+ Bottle Nipple, thoughtfully designed to cater to the unique needs of breastfed and combo-fed infants. Though NO bottle nipple can ever be just like the breast - our innovative nipple features a gradual slope that promotes a deeper latch, making the experience similar to the natural breastfeeding experience and ensuring a smooth transition between breast and bottle. Trusted and recommended by Lactation Consultants worldwide, the GentleFlow+ Bottle Nipple is here to enhance your baby's feeding journey.

Key Features:

1. Gradual Slope Design: Our nipple's gentle slope encourages a deeper latch, promoting proper oral development, tongue cupping and a more comfortable feeding experience for your baby.

2. Flow Options for Every Stage: We understand that each developmental stage requires a different flow rate. The GentleFlow+ Nipple offers three distinct flow options:

   • SS Flow (Super Slow Flow): Ideal for babies aged 0-3 months, this Super Slow Flow closely resembles the pace of breast milk, ensuring a gentle and controlled feeding process for your newborn.
   • S Flow (Slow Flow): Perfect for babies aged 3-6 months, the slow flow maintains the appropriate feeding pace, preventing overfeeding and allowing your baby to engage in the natural sucking rhythm.
   • M Flow (Medium Flow): Designed for babies aged 6 months and older, the medium flow supports a more efficient feeding experience

3. Prevents Flow Preference: The GentleFlow+ Nipple's progressive flow options discourage flow preference, making it easier for your baby to switch between breastfeeding and bottle feeding.

4. Lactation Consultant Recommended: Backed by the expertise of lactation consultants worldwide, our nipple's shape and flow options provide the optimal feeding experience for breastfed and combo-fed infants.

5. High-Quality Materials: Crafted from safe and durable materials, the GentleFlow+ Nipple ensures your baby's health and comfort during feeding sessions.

6. Easy Transition: The nipple's shape and flow options help prevent babies from refusing the breast after bottle feeding, supporting a smooth transition between breast and bottle.

7. Compatible with Most Bottles: The GentleFlow+ Nipple is designed to fit a wide range of baby bottles, offering flexibility and convenience for parents.

• • Nanobebe Flexy
  • MAM
  • Spectra bottles
  • NUK Classic (NOT the nautral wave)
  • Avent (only the Anti Colic with vent)
  • Lansinoh
  • Maymom wide neck storage bottles
  • Avima Wide Neck 
  • Parent's Choice Wide Neck 
  • Motif storage bottles 
  • Chicco Duo bottes 
  • Evenflo bottles (Evenflo Wide Design was changed middle of 2023 and GentleFlow+ may not be compatible with the new design).

Choose the GentleFlow+ Bottle Nipple to experience a feeding journey that nurtures your baby's natural instincts and growth while maintaining a strong bond between parent and child.

Invest in your baby's nourishment with the GentleFlow+ Bottle Nipple today. Providing care, comfort, and the joy of feeding, one latch at a time.

*GentleFlow+ Nipples are not currently marked based on their flow rate. When purchasing multiple sizes be sure to keep all different flows separate from one another until your baby has shown signs their flow rate needs to be increased.