By the end of the day, feeding tools tend to form a quiet, familiar pile — bottles, teats, pump parts waiting patiently by the sink.
Deep-cleaning them shouldn’t feel like another chore.
With one bowl, warm water, and a gentle cleanser tablet, you can reset everything thoroughly, without scrubbing, stress, or clutter.
This is the simplest deep-clean routine you’ll ever keep.
1. Start With One Dedicated Bowl
Choose a basin or wide bowl used only for baby items.
Separating it from everyday dishwashing prevents cross-contamination and keeps your routine predictable.
It should comfortably hold:
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bottles
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teats
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flanges
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valves
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small connectors
Everything in one place = a calmer, cleaner workflow.
2. Add Warm Water + a Cleaning Tablet
Fill the bowl with warm water and drop in one cleaning tablet.
Let it dissolve fully — the fizzing action creates active oxygen bubbles that break down milk film and lingering residue on both plastic and silicone surfaces.
No harsh chemicals. No heavy scents. No scrubbing.
“Milk fat clings to tiny corners you can’t reach,” explains hygiene specialist Dr. Elin Tan. “Oxygen bubbles lift what brushes leave behind.”
3. Soak for 15–30 Minutes
Submerge all parts completely.
This soaking stage:
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dissolves stubborn residue
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removes odours
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loosens buildup inside valves and crevices
While the water works, you can rest, pump, or prepare for bedtime — zero hands-on effort.
4. Rinse + Air-Dry Only
After soaking, lift parts by the outer edges.
Rinse them under clean water, then place them on a drying rack or a clean cloth.
Avoid towel-drying — fibres can leave lint and reintroduce bacteria.
Air-drying keeps everything genuinely clean.
5. Sterilise Once Daily
Deep cleaning and sterilising are partners, not duplicates.
After drying:
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steam sterilise,
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boil,
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or use a sterilising pouch or tablet cycle.
This removes any remaining bacteria and keeps feeding tools safe for your baby’s next day.
Bonus: The Morning Reset
In the morning, store all dry parts in a sealed container.
This keeps them dust-free, organised, and ready for the first feed — a gift to your tired future self.
Why This Works So Well
Because it’s:
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simple
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consistent
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sustainable
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easy to repeat even when exhausted
One bowl. One tablet. One nightly reset.
A deep clean that supports both safety and sanity.
The Takeaway
Your cleanliness routine doesn’t need multiple products or long scrubbing sessions.
With a single bowl and a gentle tablet, you can deep-clean thoroughly — quietly, effectively, and with far less effort.
Because the best routines are the ones you can keep, even on your longest days.
Related:
Explore Cleaning Tablets, Breast Pump Wipes, and Sterilising Pouches for a calm, efficient hygiene routine.