11/27/2025
“Knock out bottles” aren’t safe, they’re lazy parenting if you knew it and still do it, and someone needs to say it.
Putting cereal or anything extra in a baby’s bottle just to “make them sleep” isn’t a hack… it’s dangerous. Babies aren’t meant to have thickened bottles unless a doctor specifically tells you otherwise. It can cause choking, overfeeding, and real long-term issues.
Sleep shortcuts might feel tempting in the moment, but our babies depend on us to do things the right way, not the easy way. Safe sleep and proper feeding takes patience, not quick fixes.
If you’re tired, you’re not alone. If you’re overwhelmed, you’re not alone. But “knock out bottles” are not the answer.
Our babies deserve better than shortcuts.