The Best Baby Bottles for Newborns: How to Choose the Right One for You

Feeding your baby should feel empowering, not overwhelming.

But with so many options out there, choosing the best baby bottle for your newborn can feel like a guessing game.

At Peanut, we know parenting is already full of enough questions.

So we're here to help you get the right answers, quickly.

That’s why we’ve partnered with Tommee Tippee, the UK’s #1 baby feeding brand, to guide you through what to look for in a newborn baby bottle, including tips on teat sizes, feeding features, and how to know what’s right for your journey.

In this article: 📝

Why the Right Baby Bottle Matters

Whether you're bottle feeding, breastfeeding, or doing both, finding the right baby bottle can make a world of difference.

A well-designed bottle can support smoother feeding, reduce discomfort like colic or gas, and help your baby transition between breast and bottle more easily.

That’s where Tommee Tippee baby bottles stand out: they’re thoughtfully designed to anticipate common feeding challenges, so you don’t have to figure it all out on the fly.

They’ve got your back.

Meet the Best Tommee Tippee Baby Bottles for Newborns

🍼 Natural Start Bottles

If you’re combination feeding, or want a newborn bottle that closely mimics the feel of breastfeeding, the Natural Start Bottles are a great place to start.

• 95% of babies accept the teat
• Breast-like shape and feel for a natural latch
• Slow flow teat perfect for newborns
• Self-sterilising in 3 minutes using a microwave (just add 50ml of water)

These bottles are ideal for newborns, especially in those early weeks when you're establishing a routine and figuring out what works best for you both.

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🌬️ Advanced Anti-Colic Bottles

If your baby shows signs of discomfort after feeds - fussiness, trapped wind, spit-up, or general restlessness - they might benefit from an anti-colic baby bottle.

The Advanced Anti-Colic Bottles are specially designed to reduce symptoms of colic by up to 95%*.

• Unique anti-colic wand draws air away from milk
• Teat stays soft and familiar with breast-like design
• Helps reduce gas, reflux, and upset tummies

They’re a top pick if you’re looking for the best baby bottle for colic relief.

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How to Choose the Right Teat for Your Baby

The teat (or nipple) on your baby’s bottle plays a big role in how well they feed. Tommee Tippee makes it simple, offering multiple flow rates across both their bottle ranges.

• Slow flow teats are best for newborns, helping them feed comfortably
• You might move up to a medium or fast flow as your baby grows and becomes a stronger feeder

Signs it might be time to switch teat size:

• Your baby is sucking harder but getting less milk
• They seem frustrated or fussy mid-feed
• The teat collapses during feeding

Tommee Tippee teats are interchangeable within their ranges, so you can upgrade as your baby develops, without buying all new bottles.

Game changer.

Why Tommee Tippee Baby Bottles Are a Peanut Favourite

There are hundreds of baby bottles out there, but Tommee Tippee’s continue to top the list for new and expectant parents. Here’s why:

✅ Breast-like design

✅ Accepted by 95% of babies

✅ Self-sterilising

✅ Easy to clean and reassemble

They keep it simple, focus on what actually works, and give you choices based on what your baby (and your lifestyle) really need.

What Is the Best Baby Bottle?

The best baby bottle is the one that works for your baby and your feeding goals. That could be the Natural Start Bottle for comfort and familiarity, or the Advanced Anti-Colic Bottle for relief from digestive discomfort.

Either way, Tommee Tippee has made it easier than ever to choose confidently, without the overwhelm.

Discover the full Tommee Tippee bottle range

You’ve got this. Tommee Tippee’s got you.

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