MAQ baby glass feeders are feeding bottles made of borosilicate glass that come with a protective silicone cover, also called a sleeve or protector. Each has a natural soft silicone teat and dual handles for an easy grip. You can choose from 60ml, 120ml and 240ml sizes in Bear-Buddy and Penguin designs.
What is a baby glass feeder with a silicone cover?
A glass feeder is a baby feeding bottle that has a glass body instead of plastic. Glass doesn’t absorb odours or stains, and it is easy to wash and sterilise. The silicone cover protects it from minor knocks. The silicon cover doesn’t make the glass unbreakable, so handle it with care.
Why borosilicate glass?
Borosilicate glass is good to handle quick temperature changes compared to other glasses, such as when you warm a cool bottle in warm water. MAQ lists these feeders as safe for sterilizer. Always check the label before comparing glass feeders.
Glass or plastic feeder: which should you choose?
| Glass feeder | Plastic feeder | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Heavier | Lighter |
| Breakage | Can be break if dropped or chip | Less likely to break |
| Odour and stains | Doesn’t absorb them | May develop stain over time |
| Lifespan | Can last for years if undamaged | Needs changing after a few months |
| Best for | Feeding at home | Best for travel, shared caregivers |
If you want a lighter feeder for outings, see our baby feeders.
Care and safe use
- Check the glass body before every use. If it is chipped or cracked, stop using it.
- Always hold it for your newborn baby during feeding. Glass is heavier than plastic.
- Wash the feeder right after feeding.
- Avoid sudden use of hot to cold or cold to hot, even with borosilicate glass.
- Replace the teat when it is worn. See nipple flow stages and our feeder nipples.
FAQs
What is borosilicate glass?
It is a type of glass that can handle sudden temperature changes better than ordinary glass. Check the label to see the glass type.
Will a glass feeder break?
Yes, it can break if dropped on hard floors. The silicone cover can only protect it from knocks, but it doesn’t make glass unbreakable.
Can I sterilise or boil a glass feeder?
MAQ allows sterilization of these feeders. Wash the feeder after every use with the help of a feeder cleaning brush.
Can my baby hold a glass feeder?
Yes, they have soft handles that make it easier to grip, but glass is heavier than plastic, so parents should hold it and watch.
Which size should I choose?
60ml is suitable for newborn or 0-2 month babies, 120ml for 2month+ babies, and 240ml for growing babies like 6 months+.