{"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","url":"https:\/\/pandylane.com\/products\/nuk-latex-cleft-palate-teat","provider":"Pandylane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}