Parents race to Asda to nab baby essential scanning at tills for just a third of normal price in limited-time sale
BARGAIN-HUNTING parents are racing to Asda after spotting a must-have baby essential scanning at the tills for just a third of its usual price.
The popular baby product has already won over thousands of parents thanks to its smart design, comfort-focused features and rave reviews for reducing colic and making feeding time a breeze.
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The MAM Feed & Soothe Set is a baby must-have for mums who breastfeed.
A just £24.98 (previously £37.98), the Asda bundle comes with an Anti- Colic Bottle, Silicone Teats and a Start Soother.
The soft, breast-shaped teat that mimics natural feeding and supports your little one's unique drinking patterns.
Even better, it's eco-friendly too - with all plastic parts, including the shield and button, made from bio-circular materials
This clever Anti-Colic Bottle is a game-changer for parents, designed to boost your baby's well-being by tackling colic head-on.
Its genius valve system in the base stops air bubbles from forming, meaning fewer feeding issues and a smoother, happier drink for your little one.
Parenting expert Hannah Love explains: "They can help to ensure less air is taken in when feeding - this can help if wind is the cause of the crying."
How do you know if your baby has colic?
Hannah points out that if your baby appears unsettled and crying at feeding time, it could be due to colic.
She says this is diagnosed on the rule of three: "A baby crying for more than 3 hours a day, more than 3 days a week for more than 3 weeks.'
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For babies suffering with colic, Hannah recommends anticolic bottles, such as MAM'S ' Anti-Colic Baby Bottles,' which claim to reduce colic in babies by 80% and offer a simple microwave steam sterilisation that takes just three minutes.
Alternatively, other mums have praised ' Dr Brown's Options+ Anti-Colic Newborn Baby Bottle Gift Set,' which features an anti-colic vent system which is clinically proven to reduce colic.
As per NHS guidelines, it's also vital to sterilise all feeding equipment until weaning and bottles until a year.
"Without sterilising, bacteria can build up and this can make baby very poorly," Hannah explains. " Babies immune systems are immature and even small amounts of bacteria or viruses can make them unwell.
What is colic?
Colic affects up to one in five babies, according to the NHS.
It is the name given for a baby who appears to be otherwise health but excessively and frequently cries.
It tends to begin when infants are a few weeks old and usually stops by the time they're aged four months (six months at the latest).
Symptoms of colic include:
intense bouts of crying
crying in the late afternoon or evening that lasts several hours
a red and flushed face when the baby cries
your baby clenching their fists, drawing their knees up to their tummy, or arching their back while crying
Although colic can be difficult for parents, it is important to remember that your baby will get better eventually and that it is not your fault.
The exact causes of colic are unknown, but it has been suggested that indigestion, trapped wind and temporary gut sensitivity could be to blame.
The NHS recommend the following tips for helping your baby.
holding your baby during a crying episode
preventing your baby swallowing air by sitting or holding them upright during feeding
burping your baby after feeds
gently rocking your baby over your shoulder
bathing your baby in a warm bath
gently massaging your baby's tummy
"Sterilising and using cooled boiled water help to prevent your baby coming into contact with this excess of bacteria."
The ' Vital Baby NURTURE Advanced pro UV Steriliser and Dryer ' uses the latest technology to kill 99.9% of germs in just seven minutes and works its magic without water, chemicals or heat.
Another major perk is that is can sterilise pretty much anything - from toys and accessories to breast pumps and even your mobile phone.
If you're looking for something that works even quicker, then MAM's 'microwave steam steriliser' is another product worth considering.
Suitable for microwave and cold water sterilisation, it features dual baskets so you can sterilise up to six bottles in an impressive four minutes, while the innovative lid design can also be use as a drainer for sterilised items.
Alternatively, if you're looking for a nifty gadget that washes, sterilisers and dries in one easy step, then the ' Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro ' is a great option.
It features 20 high pressure spray jets that powerfully clean 99.9% of germs with steam, then dries with HEPA-filtered germ-free air.
When it comes to feeding your baby, there's no right or wrong, it's all down to personal preference.
For those hoping to breastfeed, a pump is likely to come in handy as it means others can chip in and feed the baby if you're not about or struggling with sleep deprivation.
MAM's newly launched ' Move Wearable Breast Pump ' features peaceful, discreet milk expression technology, allowing mums more freedom on the go.
For a manual option, Nuby's cheap and cheerful ' Wireless Breast Pump,' features 9 adjustable power levels, touch screen controls and 3 modes - stimulation, expression and a combined setting.
As for preventing sore, cracked nipples, ' Pippeta Silver Nip Cups ' are likely to become your best friend thanks to the natural healing, antiseptic, and antibacterial properties of silver.
Alternatively, if you decide to formula feed, it's worth noting that brands such as Kendamil offer a subscription which could make your life easier when you already have a thousand and one other things to think about.
Sun readers also recommended purchasing a formula maker to help save those precious moments you could be spending with your little one - and to make life easier for the night feeds!
The ' Baby Brezza Pro Formula Advanced ' requires no measuring, mixing or warming and works with virtually all formula brands and all bottle brands and sizes.
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