While flavored creamed honey is wonderful-thyme, oregano, cinnamon, garlic and ginger; the possibilities are endless-we have found it is best to create a plain batch, later adding spices or herbs to smaller portions.
Types of baby bottle warmer. Standard baby bottle warmers. These are the most common type, and will heat up one bottle of milk (or jar of food). You place the bottle in the central vessel of the warmer, fill around it with water from a jug, and switch it on. An element heats the water, which in turn heats the bottle.
To avoid burning your baby's mouth it's safer to heat a bottle under warm running water, or by setting it in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes (make sure the plastic is cool before giving it to your baby). If you're looking for a short cut, consider giving your baby cold or room temperature formula. There's no harm in it, and it can help make the transition to cows' milk easier since most parents offer milk straight from the refrigerator. And if you can't resist the temptation of the microwave, heat the bottle for only a few seconds (just enough to make it slightly warm), and then shake it well to distribute the heat. page continues below