Name: Options+ Anti-Colic Wide-Neck
Brand: Dr. Brown's
SKU: dr-browns-options-plus
Price: 7.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.5 (1 reviews)

Question 1

How do I clean the internal vent parts (insert and reservoir) of the Options+ Wide-Neck bottle?

Accepted Answer

Disassemble the vent system after each use and wash all parts in hot soapy water, using the small wire cleaning brush to clean the insert and reservoir tube holes, then rinse and air-dry; the vent parts are also top-rack dishwasher safe and can be sterilized in microwave or electric sterilizers if desired[1][4].

Question 2

Can I put the Options+ Wide-Neck nipples and vent system in the dishwasher or sterilizer?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Dr. Brown's states all bottle parts including the silicone nipples and vent system are safe on the top rack of the dishwasher and are compatible with microwave or electric sterilizers and boiling water for first-use sanitizing[1][2].

Question 3

How often should I replace nipples and check them for damage?

Accepted Answer

Inspect nipples before each use by pulling them in all directions to check for tears and replace immediately if integrity is compromised; replace nipples on a schedule based on wear (manufacturer guidance and clinical resources advise frequent inspection and replacement as needed)[4].

Question 4

What nipple flow sizes are available for the Options+ Wide‑Neck and how do I choose the right one?

Accepted Answer

Options+ wide‑neck nipples come in staged flow sizes (e.g., Level 1 slow flow and higher levels for older babies); choose a slower flow for newborns and preemies and move up if baby struggles to get milk, chokes, or feeds too slowly — the bottle is designed so nipples and the vent system can be changed as baby grows[2].

Question 5

Can I use Dr. Brown's Options+ nipples if my baby is used to breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

The Options+ silicone nipples are breast‑like and meant to encourage a proper latch to ease breast‑to‑bottle transitions; many parents use the slow-flow Options+ nipple to mimic breastfeeding pace, but individual baby preference varies[2].

Question 6

What materials are Options+ bottles and nipples made from and are they BPA free?

Accepted Answer

Options+ wide‑neck bottles are made from BPA‑free plastic (and Options+ is offered in glass with silicone sleeves for the glass version), and the nipples are made from silicone; Dr. Brown's markets these parts as BPA free and recyclable where applicable[2][6].

Question 7

Is it safe to warm Options+ bottles in a microwave or bottle warmer, and does heating affect the vent system?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Brown's bottles and parts are safe for microwave sterilizers and normal bottle warmers, but the manufacturer recommends following appliance instructions and heating evenly; the internal vent system is intended to be used in normal feeding and cleaning/sterilizing procedures, though overheating or uneven heating should be avoided to protect silicone components[1][2].

Question 8

Are Options+ wide‑neck parts compatible with other Dr. Brown's bottles or other brands?

Accepted Answer

Options+ wide‑neck bottles are designed to work with Dr. Brown's Options+ nipples and vent system; the Options+ vent is removable so the bottle can be used without it as baby grows, but interchangeability with other Dr. Brown's systems or other brands is limited—use only compatible Dr. Brown’s parts to ensure proper function and safety[2].

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