We just bought these bottles and there is no milk coming out when being used. What are we doing wrong? Are we missing something?
1749761
Did you take the clear plastic lid off from the inside? If so, try turning it over...the hole is only on one side of the nipple.
1749762
All I can think of is that when you first buy the bottles, there's a storage sealer cap in place. Unscrew the top and there should be a small white disc to remove.
1749763
There is a flat, round cap that sits on top of the bottle, where the nipple screws on that was included in the packaging but I cannot see any use for. If that is still in, the milk won't come out. Other than that, the nipple is different than other bottles I have used. There is a flat side that should be facing downward when feeding the baby and the rounder part of the nipple that has the hole in it should be facing up. Otherwise, the milk will drip out when you try to put the nipple in the baby's mouth. I hope that helps!
1749764
Make sure you have the flat side of the nipple against the tongue. The hole should be on the top side.
748962
We would heat milk up in a separate container and then poor it into this sippy cup. We never tried to warm it up in the cup
1691105
I have been using this for years and not had the problem. I put the milk in my blender and then the Spirutein. Run it till smooth and then add the ice. Works every time.
1720346
Mine wasn't sealed either and when I shake it, seems like the bottle is only half full. I'm concerned that I got a bottle that has been used and returned. :-(
2140253
I have found that they do not work well in a bottle warmer. The base of the ventaire is just too thick for the bottle warmer to work effectively, not to mention that a lot of condensation builds up in the connections of the base/vent. I just warm the milk in a different bottle (one of the bottles I was using before switching to Ventaire) and pour the warmed milk into the Ventaire. Some would say this was a pain, but it works ok for me.
1210539
The bottles have to be full in order to pump. It uses suction since it's not like a traditional pump where the tube extends to the bottom of the container. I actually just filled mine today and at first I had it about 3/4ths of the way full and it wouldn't pump, but when I filled it up more it worked perfectly.
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I agree with Alison. These leak even when the nipple is placed back on. I tried to lay the liner in several different ways to avoid a leakage but no matter what the formula would leak from the rim where liner overlays. I was tired of trying and having the milk leak onto my Grandsons neck. The price was great but since it does not work properly...not worth buying at all. I'm not sure why these are still being sold. I bought 2 boxes and can't even give them away...knowing they are not good for use.
1352547
Haven't had that problem with the bottles I've purchased. Sorry I couldn't help!
384267
I use hot water. fill the bottle up, let it sit for a moment, screw the top on and shake. Should come out easily.
919680
I think you should play on the safe side and contact the company, there may be something that reacts with dairy products that makes it unsafe. I wouldn't trust a consumer answering this question if I was you.
2190831
I just screwed the lid on like any bottle or sippy cup. I did not over tighten or under tighten. Just snug. Then they suck on the edge and it comes out. I tried it.... Works great. My 4 and 6 year old kids want one too. I have not tried milk in it yet but it should be fine. No leaks that i have seen.
1307430
Is it possible that you have the old Medela bottles that don't take the wide-base nipples? I'm not sure if they sell the old ones anymore. The only other thing I can think of is that you don't have the wide-base collars that the nipple goes in to.
420126
This happened to me. The instructions say it must be "fresh" milk. When I got new milk, it frothed properly. Also make sure your levels are correct and you don't press the button too long.
2111633
I have not had that probelm but perhaps the spout is not cleaned of old milk. I also make sure the cup is close to the drain spout and place a cloth napkin over the top just in case.
1849830
Yes, you are missing something. There are many, many products that are made with milk but are lactose free. Try them, very good!
1927584
Try wetting it with warm water and sliding it onto the bottle, I had to do this, and I left it on to stretch it out, it wasn't easy, but it did finally work! Good luck!
237511
Not enough info to give help. I've used mine dozens of times with no problems. Is air being pumped into the bottle? You should be able to see the water bubbling inside.