How to sterilize bottles on the stove?

Do you ever wonder if your bottle cleaning methods are sufficient enough? Do you have a hunch that someone is sabotaging your efforts by replenishing your baby supply with germy, sticky bottles? Fear not! In this guide, we will be showing you how to sterilize those pesky bottles using nothing but a pot and hot water. Be prepared to clean smarter, not harder.

The Age-old Question

What does it mean when people say “sterilize” a bottle?

First things first, let’s define what sterilizing actually means in the context of bottle cleaning. Sterilization refers to killing all forms of microorganisms, which includes bacteria and viruses. By doing so, it eliminates any harmful disease-causing agents lurking in or around the feeding gear, making for healthier babies and happier parents.

Before You Get Started

Here are some things you need before attempting to perform such scientific feats:

Baby Bottles (duh!)

It goes without saying that before a meal can happen– there needs to be something to drink out of!

Large Pot

You’ll want a pot big enough so that all the parts can fit in… unless being forced into extreme yoga poses while boiling rubber nipples isn’t already part of your exercise routine;)

Dish Soap

It may seem counterintuitive at first glance but YES, use soap prior to sterilizing as handwashing alone doesn’t kill every single germ on its own. Quick cautionary note- avoid using scented ones or harsh chemicals like bleach.

Heat Source

Might I suggest fire instead of rubbing two sticks together or channeling an inner superhero―who knows?

But seriously though—a stove-top (either gas or electric) would suffice plus minimal third-degree burns vs building an outdoor campfire!

Water

This should be obvious but remember you will be dealing with boiling water so make sure it’s clean and enough for the bottle. Approximately as muchwater volume to alcohol at your favorite bar.

Cleaning Bottles With Stove

Uh-oh…you’ve reached a point where none of these what-not-to-do lists effectively distract you from this article’s purpose any longer– cleaning many baby bottles on the stove without buying fancy sterilizers that can cure world hunger –here goes nothing:

Step 1: Clean Anything Excessive Off

Take apart each baby bottle, nipple, rings,
and anything else before washing them thoroughly with warm soap water. Make sure you give each part specific attention; this isn’t some sort of culinary experiment instead, ensuring no bits of milk caked in!

Step 2: Remove Bubbles & Air Out

Make sure to rinse every single piece thoroughly until there is not one bubble left on or around (use cold running /raining?/water after they have all been soaked). Allow air drying for ten minutes while enjoying some tea/coffee while mouthing ‘my god, I’m an adult?!’

Step 3: Boil A Large Pot Of Water

Take out your biggest pot and fill it up sufficient water.
Note: Feel free to include sound effects like pots screaming or juggling dances;)

Step 4: Immerse Bottle Parts

Once the pot of water comes to complete boil –Lay down the parts inside carefully and leave everything else behind(utensils etc.) Cover only if specifically indicated/pot instructions call for it but by all means,\
Do Not Attempt To Enrage The Boiling Water Gods Ever!!

Dismantle Nipples & Rings(Subheading)

One simple rule pertaining specifically to first-time parents has made their dental floss come in handy—-disassemble bottoms-up when dismantling rings& nipples before placing them inside (making them easier to retrieve with specific duration like 5 minutes each or so.)

Step 5: Remove & Cool

After sufficient boiling time, remove your bottle parts from the pot and let cool for a bit (a minute Is Enough– Patience not being our strong suit). Meanwhile, get entertained by your baby attempting to crawl — hands-free!

Epilogue

There you have it folks! By following these steps, this guide shows how easy it is to sterilize bottles on the stove. Impress other parents with newfound sterilizing techniques at a mommy’s coffee circle that they made you join only because there wasn’t any space; after enrolling in expensive boot camps when all along its drinking OJ on their sofas seven days out of seven pretending children sleep as an acceptable workout.

So go ahead and take some deep breaths while gloating over your seemingly well-deserved endorsement deal―(Hey Johnson & Johnson;) remember though—no unsolicited phone calls, please.

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