What is the difference between teats made of latex and teats made of silicone?
NUK latex teats are made of natural latex, a high-quality, natural material. As latex is a soft material, it is more nipple-like than silicone, so if you are planning on combining bottle- and breast-feeding, a latex teat may make this easier. Latex is particularly durable; it has excellent resistance to pulling, helps prevents tears from splitting further and is elastic. As latex is a natural material it contains fat, which can cause it to age. To prevent the teat aging too quickly, store away from direct sunlight and at room temperature. Latex teats should be replaced every 4-8 weeks, as soon as they become sticky. If your baby initially rejects a new latex teat because of its taste, simply place it in boiling milk for 3 minutes, as this will neutralise the taste. However, the fat in the milk will make the teat age more quickly. NUK silicone teats are made of high-quality plastic. The transparent silicone material is temperature-resistant; even direct sunlight does not cause the mater
