I used the microwave steam bags last time and didn't have any issues with sterilizing bottles, although I would not recommend putting any thin or flexible plastic/rubber
items in the microwave bags (breast pump shields and valves/membranes, for instance) because
they can sometimes warp. The steam bags are super-easy, super-fast, and took up no space. Boiling also works, but takes more time (we only did that every once in awhile or with stuff that was brand new). If you have a dishwasher, the heat dry at the end of the cycle will also sterilize.
I also used the microwave bags made my Medela. You can boil on the stove too and skip the gear if you want. The bags are good for 20 uses each and have spots to mark that you have used them.
Dishwasher? I never sterilize things after the first time. I run them through the dishwasher or just hand wash. I wouldn't waste my money
Off BCP since 1/12 TTC since 3/12 High LH/FSH Ratio 8/12 DX with PCOS 11/12 Clomid 50mg - 19.5mm Follie - Trigger + TI = BFP! 11/12 EDD August 11, 2013
Re: bottle sterilizers
TTC since 3/12
High LH/FSH Ratio 8/12
DX with PCOS 11/12
Clomid 50mg - 19.5mm Follie - Trigger + TI = BFP! 11/12
EDD August 11, 2013
Emily 8.8.08
Madeline 1.2.11
William 8.5.12