Effect of thickening on flow rates through bottle nipples

Flow Rates
Written By Britt Pados

In this study we tested 7 different types of bottle nipples with three different thicknesses of formula (thin, slightly thick, and mildly thick). As expected, increasing thickness resulted in decreased flow rate. Thickening also increased the variability in flow rates. These data can be used to guide clinical decision-making around nipple selection when thickening is needed.

Authors: Britt Pados & Megan Mellon

Publication Information: Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, & Neonatal Nursing. 2021; 50(1): 78-87. doi: 10.1016/j.jogn.2020.09.153

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Britt Pados
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