Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottles, Medium Flow, 9 oz, BPA-Free, 4-Pack
Strong feedback from a large number of buyers. #1 Pediatrician recommended natural baby bottle.
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- Strong feedback from a large number of buyers
- #1 Pediatrician recommended natural baby bottle per seller
- Breast-shaped wide nipple with baby-controlled paced milk flow
- Active drinking flow -- milk only releases when baby actively drinks
- Wide neck for easier formula mixing and cleaning with standard bottle brushes
Best For / Not For
Best for
- Combination feeding families who want to move smoothly between breast and bottle
- Parents prioritizing a wide-neck bottle that is easier to fill with powdered formula
- Families who want a bottle with a large buyer base and a breastfeeding-focused nipple design
Not for
- Babies with severe colic or reflux -- this bottle lacks an internal vent system
- Parents who need a slow flow Level 1 nipple -- this 4-pack includes a medium flow (Flow 3) nipple
Key Details
Why Paced Feeding Matters for Breastfed Babies
Bottle preference -- a baby who refuses the breast after learning how easy it is to get milk from a bottle -- is a real concern for breastfeeding families. The Philips Avent Natural addresses this with a breast-shaped nipple and an active drinking flow that only releases milk when the baby is actively sucking, not just holding the nipple in their mouth. This more closely mimics breastfeeding behavior and helps prevent the baby from learning that bottles are 'easier.' The seller lists it as the #1 pediatrician recommended natural baby bottle.
The wide neck simplifies mixing powdered formula and is compatible with standard bottle brushes, making it practical for combination feeders who use both breast milk and formula.
Nipple Flow Rate Note
This 4-pack ships with a medium flow (Flow 3) nipple, which is appropriate for babies approximately 3 months and older who have been drinking from bottles without problems. For newborns or younger infants, a Level 1 slow flow nipple from Philips Avent is available separately. Buyers planning to start with this bottle from birth should add the Level 1 nipple to their order. The bottle body and valve are identical across flow rates, so upgrading nipples as the baby grows requires only purchasing the appropriate nipple pack.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Strong, consistent feedback from a large number of buyers
- Active drinking flow matches breastfeeding rhythm, helping babies transition between breast and bottle
- Wide breast-shaped nipple promotes a natural latch that does not favor the bottle over the breast
Cons
- Includes medium flow (Flow 3) nipple -- buyers who want slow flow for newborns need to purchase a Level 1 nipple separately
- No dedicated anti-colic vent system -- may not address gas or reflux as effectively as Dr. Brown's
Bottom Line
Philips Avent Natural is the buy for breastfeeding families and combination feeders. It has strong feedback from a large number of buyers. The paced active drinking flow and breast-shaped nipple reduce bottle preference, and the seller lists it as the #1 pediatrician recommended natural baby bottle. Note that it ships with a medium flow nipple -- newborn families should purchase a Level 1 slow flow nipple separately.
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