“The more the merrier” rule doesn’t necessarily apply to all the baby essentials, but it certainly works when it comes to baby bottles. Even though a single bottle is technically enough, here are a few surprising reasons why having more than one is a much better option.
Convenient Option
Having multiple baby bottles is much more convenient, especially when you’re still breastfeeding and pumping. Instead of relying on a single bottle, you can easily split breast milk between several bottles in advance, and they’ll be ready to go whenever you need to feed your baby.
Stress-Free Cleanup
You don’t have to worry about cleaning up a baby bottle right after feeding your baby if you have at least one extra bottle. You can even clean them up in your dishwasher—as long as they’re dishwasher safe—and sterilize them in batches to save up time.
Longer Life Span
Having multiple baby bottles can also prolong their life span since it’s easier to avoid wear and tear when you’re rotating between multiple bottles. Backup baby bottles can also come in handy if the bottle you’re usually using ends up broken or damaged because you won’t have to go through the trouble of having your baby get used to a brand-new bottle.