Why Sterilise?
Up until the age of 12 months, your baby’s immune system is weaker, so your baby is more vulnerable to catching infections
Milk is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. Therefore, infant feeding equipment that has not been properly cleaned can become a source of infection.
The Milton Method
Sterilise in 3 simple steps
Clean Items
Wash the items in warm, soapy water using Milton Baby Bottle Cleaner, then rinse thoroughly.
Prepare the solution
With 5 litres of clear cold water, add 1 Milton Sterilising Tablet or 1 capful (30ml) of Sterilising Fluid.
Immerse your items
Wait 15 minutes and everything is sterilised. You can leave the items in the solution for up to 24 hours. Rinse items with water before use.
Did you know?
In a study by Dr P. Mason and published in the Journal of Community Medicine & Public Health*, 56.3% of baby bottles are contaminated by E.coli and other harmful bacteria.
A report by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)* advises that the thorough cleaning and sterilising of equipment used for feeding young babies is critical in avoiding infection. The EFSA recommends the use of both chemical and heating methods for sterilising.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) 2007 guidelines also follow these recommendations. This is true whether you choose to breastfeed your baby or not.
*Mason P, Jerkins G, Burdon M (2024) Sterilisation of Infant Feeding Bottles: Focus on the Cold-Water Method Using, Chlorine-Containing Compounds. J Community Med Public Health 8: 429.
European Food Safety Authority. (2004, November 17). Opinion of the Scientific Panel on biological hazards (BIOHAZ) related to the microbiological risks in infant formulae and follow-on formulae.
National Health Service. (n.d.). Sterilising baby bottles.
What to Sterilise?
Babies have a tendency to put everything in their mouths, therefore, you should sterilise anything that goes into your baby’s mouth!
Bottles & teats
breastpumps
soothers
toys
teething rings
Nipple Shields & breastshells
milk storage containers
weaning bowls & dishes
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Our sterilisation products
Combi Steriliser
Sterilises in 2 mins in a microwave thanks to its patented vent technology, or in 15 mins with the Cold Water Method. It holds up to 5 standard bottles.
Cold Water Steriliser
Sterilises with Milton Tablets or Fluid and cold water. It takes up to 6 bottles from any brand. Used by midwives and professionals in hospitals.
Mini Soother Steriliser
The handy steriliser to always keep a clean soother on-the-go. To be used with Mini Sterilising Tablets. Can be attached to your pram, buggy or changing bag.
Solo Travel Steriliser
Designed especially for journeys, overnight stays or days out. Fits 1 baby bottle and small accessories.
Sterilising Fluid
The unique and versatile Milton formula is expertly developed to sterilise baby items and your home.
Sterilising Tablets
Milton Sterilising Tablets have been expertly developed to sterilise baby items using cold water.
Mini Sterilising Tablets
Sterilise small accessories, like soothers, in cold water. To be used with Milton Mini Soother Steriliser.