I am finding this discussion interesting.  We only have powdered infant
formula here and have always taught mothers to used boiled water and the
importance of sterilising bottles and nipples.  No health professional would
consider suggesting tap water (even though we have excellent quality tap
water).  Bottles are sterilised by boiling or by emersion in a cold
sterilization liquid. In more affluent areas (and hospitals), steam
sterilisers are used.  I know that in some poor areas, sterilization does
not take place on a regular basis (if at all) and this really is a cause for
concern and does contribute to increased levels of infection.

Jean Ridler  RN  RM  IBCLC
Cape Town, South Africa
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