{"title":"Cleft Palate Bottle \u0026 Teats","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSpecially designed to support babies with cleft palate and other feeding challenges, our collection of cleft palate bottles and teats helps make feeding easier and more comfortable. Explore carefully selected feeding solutions designed to support effective milk flow and reduce frustration during feeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dr-brown-s-medical-bottle-infant-paced-feeding-valve-120ml","title":"Dr Brown’s Medical Bottle Infant-Paced Feeding Valve 120ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dr Brown's Medical Bottle Infant-Paced Feeding Valve is part of the Dr. Brown's Specialty Feeding System — an oral feeding solution developed in collaboration with medical professionals for infants with complex feeding challenges. It's designed for feeding needs often seen with cleft lip and palate, ankyloglossia (tongue-tie), high-arched palate, oro-neuromotor dysfunction, common or rare syndromic sequences and craniofacial anomalies, where an ordinary bottle and teat may not be the right fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe valve is inserted into any level Dr. Brown's standard silicone nipple to create a \"compression\" nipple. This allows an infant to express a bolus of milk through lingual (tongue) movements during sucking attempts, without a caregiver needing to manually squeeze the bolus into baby's mouth. Used together with the Dr. Brown's Natural Flow bottle system, it's designed to assist the infant in self-regulating during oral feedings. This 120 ml retail pack arrives with a Level 1 nipple and a spare valve, so you have a backup on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompression nipple:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Infant-Paced Feeding Valve fits into a Dr. Brown's standard silicone nipple to create a compression nipple, so baby draws milk through their own tongue movements rather than relying on a caregiver to squeeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore typical bolus placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk is placed more typically during feeding, rather than being manually expressed into the oropharynx.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e The valve is designed to give a consistent and reliable nipple flow rate through the feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-squeeze method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it doesn't rely on squeezing, it's designed to help decrease gassiness, air intake and burping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Flow vent qualities:\u003c\/strong\u003e It carries the vented design of the Dr. Brown's Natural Flow bottle, which the brand associates with assisting digestion and helping preserve vitamins A, C and E.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSimple to assemble, clean and reuse\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe system requires minimal assembly, which is intended to help parents and caregivers feel confident and competent setting it up. It's a fully reusable, BPA-free system that's easy to clean — dishwasher, sterilise and autoclave safe — and it keeps a typical feeding bottle design so it doesn't look or feel out of the ordinary at feeding time. It's made in the USA and is 95% recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dr Brown's Medical Bottle Infant-Paced Feeding Valve is a great option for parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre following a feeding plan for an infant with cleft lip and palate or another complex feeding challenge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a compression-style feeding option that lets baby self-regulate rather than being fed by manual squeezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a fully reusable system that can be sterilised and cleaned easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a spare valve included so they're not left without a working part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is specialised feeding equipment intended for infants with identified feeding difficulties. It's available both at retail and through hospitals and clinicians, and it works best as one part of an individual, professionally guided feeding plan — needing it is not a parental failure. Please follow the guidance of your paediatric team, feeding therapist or clinician on whether this device is appropriate for your baby, and how to use and monitor feeds. If baby is struggling with feeding, intake or comfort, speak to a qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ironore Trade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282067570865,"sku":"DRB-MIPF","price":325.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/dr-brown-s-medical-bottle-infant-paced-feeding-valve-120ml-1.jpg?v=1784531645"},{"product_id":"medela-special-needs-feeder","title":"Medela Special Needs Feeder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMedela Special Needs Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e (previously known as the SpecialNeeds feeder) is a specialised feeding device for babies who struggle to feed from an ordinary bottle because they cannot create a vacuum. It is designed for babies affected by certain syndromes or neurological conditions, or who were born with a cleft lip or palate, and lets them feed using compression rather than suction. Because the milk flow is variable and controllable, feeding can be matched to what your baby is able to manage — often as part of a feeding plan set out by your healthcare team.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRather than relying on a strong suck, the feeder works with even a very weak feeding effort, so your baby can take milk at their own pace while you help guide the flow. The teat is made without BPA and can be reused once it has been cleaned according to the instructions for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompression feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The feeder allows your baby to extract milk through compression, providing help when they cannot create a vacuum on their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlit valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e The slit valve makes the teat sensitive to any feeding effort and closes completely when your baby wants to pause, so feeding follows their rhythm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-way valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e This prevents air from entering the teat during a feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControllable flow with a line mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e A line mark on the teat helps the caregiver find the right position and choose from three different flow settings, so you can adjust flow to suit your baby's abilities and efforts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMedela Special Needs Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great option for parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre caring for a baby who cannot create a vacuum due to a syndrome, neurological condition, or a cleft lip or palate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a feeder that responds to even a very weak feeding effort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to control and adjust the milk flow to match their baby's feeding pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready use Medela breast pumps — the feeder fits all Medela breast pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt comes with an 80 ml collection container and a complete teat assembly, so you have what you need to begin using it once you've cleaned it as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialised feeders like this one are typically used as part of an individual feeding plan and often alongside guidance from a healthcare professional, such as a lactation consultant, speech-language therapist or paediatric team. This device is one tool within that plan — it does not diagnose a feeding difficulty or teach feeding technique. If your baby is struggling to feed, is not taking enough, or shows signs of distress during feeds, please seek qualified support. Always clean the feeder in accordance with the instructions for use before reusing it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunpac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282523373745,"sku":"MDL-SNFD","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/medela-special-needs-feeder-1.jpg?v=1784536346"},{"product_id":"nuk-latex-cleft-palate-teat","title":"NUK Latex Cleft Palate Teat","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NUK Latex Cleft Palate Teat is a specialised feeding teat designed for babies born with a cleft lip or palate, made to support feeding when creating a strong sucking vacuum is difficult. Babies with a cleft often struggle to seal their mouth around a standard teat, which can make both breastfeeding and ordinary bottle teats hard to manage. This teat is shaped around the specific anatomy of a cleft, with a domed top designed to seal the cleft during swallowing so that feeds can happen more gently and safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from pure, soft latex, the teat has a flexible texture that adapts to a newborn's mouth and is designed to encourage natural sucking and chewing movements. It carries a slow flow rate and comes with a screw ring that fits standard baby bottles used in hospitals and at home, so you can pair it with the feeding bottles you already have. Because feeding a baby with a cleft is closely tied to a clinical care plan, this teat is intended for use under medical supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDomed sealing top:\u003c\/strong\u003e The raised dome is designed to seal the cleft while your baby swallows, helping to keep food from entering the respiratory tract during feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural feeding movements:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shape and soft latex are made to encourage the sucking and chewing movements your baby uses to feed, supporting the process gently rather than forcing flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing of food and saliva:\u003c\/strong\u003e By supporting a more natural swallow, food and saliva can mix as they normally would — a step that supports healthy digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable hole size:\u003c\/strong\u003e The teat can have holes made later according to your baby's individual needs and your doctor's instructions, so the flow can be matched to their feeding requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAttach the teat to a standard baby bottle using the included screw ring, making sure it is secure before feeding. Any holes should only be made once, and always according to your baby's individual needs and your healthcare provider's guidance. Use and monitor feeds under medical supervision, and follow the feeding plan set out by your baby's care team. Clean all parts thoroughly between feeds as you would with any feeding equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe teat is made from pure, high-quality latex chosen for its soft, flexible feel, and is BPA-free and hospital-grade. The included screw ring is designed to fit all standard baby bottles, making it straightforward to use with the bottles typically found in hospitals and at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NUK Latex Cleft Palate Teat is a great option for parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre feeding a baby with a cleft lip or palate and need a teat shaped for that anatomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a teat that pairs with standard baby bottles they already use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre working with a healthcare provider on a feeding plan and need equipment that can be adapted to their baby's needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may not be the right fit if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre looking for an everyday teat for a baby without a cleft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer silicone over latex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis teat is recommended for use under medical supervision. Feeding a baby with a cleft lip or palate is part of an individual clinical care plan — always follow the guidance of your doctor, feeding therapist or care team on teat use, hole size and feeding technique. If you have concerns about your baby's feeding, intake or comfort, speak to a qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePandylane Pro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold off on making any holes in the teat until your care team has confirmed the flow your baby needs — you can always open a hole later, but you can't undo one that's too large.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artemis Brands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282815402161,"sku":"NUK-CPT","price":299.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/nuk-latex-cleft-palate-teat-1.jpg?v=1784520046"},{"product_id":"nuk-latex-harelip-teat","title":"NUK Latex Harelip Teat","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNUK Latex Harelip Teat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialised feeding teat designed to support babies born with a cleft lip or palate, offering a way to feed when standard teats or breastfeeding may not be suitable. Its dome-shaped design gently seals the cleft during sucking, which helps your baby create the vacuum needed to feed. It is intended for use in hospitals or at home under the guidance of a healthcare provider, so it fits into an existing feeding plan rather than replacing professional advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeding a baby with a cleft condition can feel daunting in the early days, and this teat is one tool that can make it more manageable. It is made from soft, medical-grade latex for a gentle, flexible, skin-like feel in the mouth, and it was developed in collaboration with medical professionals. The teat has a slow flow rate and comes with a screw ring that fits most standard baby bottles, so you can pair it with bottles you likely already have.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow the dome-shaped design works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shape is what sets this teat apart from an everyday teat, so it helps to understand what each part is doing during a feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleft seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dome shape gently seals the cleft area while your baby sucks, which helps create the vacuum needed for effective feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural feeding motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is designed to mimic the natural breastfeeding motion and encourages correct tongue and jaw coordination, which are important for oral development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafer swallowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e It allows food and saliva to mix properly in the mouth and is especially helpful in reducing the chance of milk entering the nasal cavity or airways during feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable sucking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft latex supports relaxed, intuitive sucking and helps reduce the feeding frustration or fatigue that babies with cleft conditions can experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA custom fit under medical guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause every baby's needs are different, the teat does not come with pre-cut holes. This lets the holes be customised later, based on medical advice and your baby's individual feeding requirements, so the flow can be matched to what your care team recommends. The teat is BPA-free and made to strict safety standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit the teat to a standard baby bottle using the supplied screw ring and check for a firm, leak-free fit before feeding. Have the teat perforated according to the guidance of your baby's healthcare provider before use, and feed under their supervision as part of your baby's feeding plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNUK Latex Harelip Teat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good option for parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre feeding a baby born with a cleft lip or palate and need a teat suited to that\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a teat that fits most standard baby bottles with the included screw ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre following a feeding plan set by a hospital or healthcare provider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may not be the right fit if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a teat with a ready-cut flow, as this one is supplied without pre-cut holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre choosing a teat for a baby without a cleft condition, where a standard teat would suit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a specialised feeding device intended for use under the guidance of a healthcare provider. Teat holes should only be cut according to medical advice. Persistent feeding difficulty, poor intake, or concerns about your baby's feeding or growth should always be discussed with your baby's medical or feeding team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artemis Brands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282815434929,"sku":"NUK-HLT","price":299.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/nuk-latex-harelip-teat-1.jpg?v=1784520052"},{"product_id":"pigeon-cleft-palate-nipple","title":"Pigeon Cleft Palate Nipple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePigeon Cleft Palate Nipple\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialised feeding teat made for babies — including premature babies — who have a cleft palate or cleft lip, or who feed with weak sucking strength. It's designed to work within the Pigeon cleft palate feeding system, giving parents and caregivers a way to deliver milk more steadily when an ordinary teat isn't a good fit for baby's oral structures or coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeding a baby with a cleft palate or limited suction can feel delicate and, at times, overwhelming. This teat is built around a one-way valve and a compressible, dual-sided design so that milk can be released with baby's suckling or tongue movement rather than relying on suction strength alone — helping to make feeds calmer and more controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-way valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk flows only when stimulated by your baby's suckling or tongue compression, so it's delivered steadily and consistently rather than all at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-sided teat:\u003c\/strong\u003e One side is thick and the other thin, so the teat can be compressed and adapt to your baby's individual feeding ability and preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eY-cut tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Y-cut opening allows the milk flow to be regulated, supporting intake without overwhelming a baby who tires easily or has limited suction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosening or tightening the cap lets you adjust the flow rate, so the feed can be dialled in as your baby's feeding skills develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNegative-pressure support:\u003c\/strong\u003e The design is intended to help prevent negative pressure during feeding, which can be difficult for babies with a cleft palate to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePigeon Cleft Palate Nipple\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good option for parents and caregivers who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre feeding a baby with a cleft palate, cleft lip, or weak sucking strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a teat that releases milk with compression rather than relying on suction alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to be able to adjust flow as baby grows and feeding skills change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a latex-free teat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialised feeding devices work best as one part of an individual feeding plan. If your baby has a cleft palate, cleft lip, or feeding difficulty, please use this teat under the guidance of your paediatrician, feeding specialist, or the healthcare team supporting your baby, and follow their instructions on technique, flow and monitoring intake. Ongoing feeding difficulty, poor intake, or feeding distress should always be reviewed with a qualified professional.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMD Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282854461617,"sku":"PGN-CPN","price":139.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/pigeon-cleft-palate-nipple-1.jpg?v=1784533018"},{"product_id":"pigeon-cleft-palate-nurser-complete","title":"Pigeon Cleft Palate Nurser Complete","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePigeon Cleft Palate Nurser Complete\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialised feeding bottle designed for infants with a cleft palate or hare lip, and for babies with weak or poor sucking ability. It's made to help make bottle feeding more manageable when a baby can't generate the suction a standard teat relies on, so a parent or caregiver can focus on a calmer, unhurried feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeding a baby with a cleft palate or limited sucking strength can be a delicate task, and the right equipment usually forms part of a wider feeding plan guided by your healthcare team. This nurser brings together a soft, latex-free nipple, a one-way valve and an adjustable flow so that milk can be delivered gently and with control, rather than depending on strong suction from your baby.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-way valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk is released only when stimulated by your baby's suckling or tongue compression, so it isn't delivered until your baby is ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressible nipple:\u003c\/strong\u003e The latex-free nipple has a dual-sided design — thicker on one side and thinner on the other — so it can be compressed to help release milk and adapt to your baby's individual feeding ability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eY-cut tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Y-cut nipple is designed to help regulate milk flow through the feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable air control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loosening or tightening the cap lets you adjust the flow rate, which is useful as your baby's feeding skills develop over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteadier flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e The design helps prevent negative pressure, supporting a controlled milk flow throughout each feeding session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePigeon Cleft Palate Nurser Complete\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great option for parents and caregivers who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre feeding an infant with a cleft palate or hare lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a baby, including a premature baby, with weak or poor sucking ability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to adjust the milk flow as feeding develops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a latex-free feeding option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer also notes it as suitable for adults who have difficulty opening and shutting the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialised feeding devices are best used as part of a feeding plan set up with your paediatrician, speech-language therapist or feeding team. Because a device like this can deliver milk more freely than an ordinary teat, follow the technique and guidance shown by your healthcare professional, and reach out for support if your baby shows feeding distress, poor intake or difficulty swallowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePandylane Pro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The one-way valve and nipple are small parts with fine channels, so take extra care to disassemble every component and clean it thoroughly after each feed — a dedicated small brush makes it easier to reach inside the nipple and valve.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMD Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282855149745,"sku":"PGN-CPNC","price":269.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/pigeon-cleft-palate-nurser-complete-1.jpg?v=1784533025"},{"product_id":"pigeon-cleft-palate-soft-feeder-long-nipple","title":"Pigeon Cleft Palate Soft Feeder Long Nipple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePigeon Cleft Palate Soft Feeder Long Nipple\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialised feeding bottle designed for babies who find ordinary bottle feeding difficult — including infants with a cleft palate or weak sucking strength, and those recovering from oral surgery. Instead of relying on baby's suction, the feeder has a soft, squeezable bottle paired with a long, flexible silicone nipple, so the caregiver can gently assist and pace each feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the milk flow is controlled by how you squeeze rather than by how strongly baby sucks, this soft feeder is intended for situations where a standard teat and bottle aren't a comfortable fit. It holds 120 ml and can carry expressed milk or prepared formula, giving you a way to feed responsively while you work within your feeding plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSqueeze-assisted feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e You regulate the amount and pace of milk by gently squeezing the soft bottle, so baby takes milk with minimal effort of their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, flexible silicone nipple:\u003c\/strong\u003e The extended, soft nipple is designed to feel gentle in sensitive mouths and to help direct milk during feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaregiver-controlled flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flow is adjustable through squeeze pressure rather than a fixed teat rate, which lets you slow down or ease off in response to baby's cues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePigeon Cleft Palate Soft Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great option for parents and caregivers who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre feeding a baby with a cleft palate or weak sucking strength who struggles with a standard teat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a gentle, assisted way to feed while a baby recovers from cleft palate or other oral surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to control the amount and pace of each feed by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may not be the right fit if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre looking for an everyday bottle for a baby who feeds well on a standard teat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a feeder chosen or fitted to a specific clinical plan without professional input — see the note below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCleaning and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSterilise the feeder before use. As with any feeding equipment, take the bottle and nipple apart fully to clean every surface, and follow the sterilising method that suits your household.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlease note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialised feeders like this are usually part of an individual feeding plan. If your baby has a cleft palate, a swallowing or sucking difficulty, or is recovering from surgery, please use this feeder alongside the guidance of your midwife, paediatrician, feeding therapist or clinic — they can advise on the right technique, flow and monitoring for your baby. Needing a device like this is simply about giving your baby comfortable, supported feeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMD Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282856263857,"sku":"PGN-CPSF","price":219.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/pigeon-cleft-palate-soft-feeder-long-nipple-1.jpg?v=1784533702"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/collections\/Cleft_Palate_Bottle_Teats.jpg?v=1787683198","url":"https:\/\/pandylane.com\/collections\/cleft-palate-bottle-teats.oembed","provider":"Pandylane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}