Quick answer: Elhee bottles are a premium, medical-grade silicone bottle designed in France, built around a soft, breast-like shape and a sealed anti-colic system. They are dishwasher, microwave, sterilizer, and freezer safe when disassembled first, and they are a strong fit for parents who want a natural feeding transition and are comfortable investing in a bottle built to last through multiple stages.
If you have been scrolling through baby registries or nursery boards, chances are you have come across the soft, rounded silhouette of an Elhee baby bottle. Born from one mother's frustration with breakable glass bottles and worries over plastic, the French brand set out to redesign feeding from the ground up, using next generation medical-grade silicone instead of the materials most bottles are built from.
Below, we walk through what actually sets Elhee apart, whether the investment makes sense for your family, and everything you need to know about caring for one properly.
What Makes Elhee Baby Bottles Different
Most baby bottles are made from polypropylene plastic or glass. Elhee took a different route entirely, building its bottles from medical-grade silicone, the same category of material used in medical devices. According to the brand, this silicone is free of BPA, BPS, BPF, PVC, phthalates, and heavy metals, and it does not release microplastics into milk or formula.
The bottle itself is soft, flexible, and rounded, designed to echo the shape and give of a mother's breast rather than the rigid cylinder of a traditional bottle. Elhee also uses a patented sealing system so that milk only ever touches the silicone body and nipple, never any secondary plastic ring or connector.
Are Elhee Bottles Worth It?
This is the question most parents actually want answered, so let's be direct about it. Elhee sits in the premium tier of the bottle market, and that price reflects real differences: the silicone is medical grade rather than food grade plastic, the anti-colic valve is built into the nipple itself, and the bottle is designed to transition with your baby from newborn feeds through toddler sipping, with the same body converting into a snack cup or storage pot later on.
For parents who prioritize a natural, breast-like feel during the transition from nursing to bottle, who want to minimize plastic contact with milk, or who simply want a bottle that looks as good on open shelving as it performs at 2am, Elhee tends to earn its keep. It is worth knowing, though, that some parents report gradual yellowing or discoloration over months of regular dishwasher use, particularly if the bottle comes into contact with tomato-based purees, carrots, or curry-spiced foods. This does not affect safety, but it is a fair trade-off to weigh if pristine looks matter to you long term.
Are Elhee Bottles Dishwasher Safe?
Yes. Elhee states that its bottles are safe for the dishwasher, microwave, sterilizer, and freezer, thanks to the silicone's resistance to temperature extremes. The brand does recommend placing the pieces on the top rack and disassembling the bottle completely first, separating the body, ring, nipple, and cap so that milk residue does not get trapped in the seams.
One practical note worth passing along: strongly pigmented foods such as tomato sauce, carrot or squash puree, and curry can gradually stain silicone, Elhee included. It will not affect the safety of the bottle, but hand washing on days you are preparing those foods nearby can help the bottle keep its color longer.
How to Clean an Elhee Bottle, Step by Step
- Disassemble the bottle completely after every use: separate the body, the colored ring, the nipple, and the cap.
- Rinse each piece under warm water to remove milk residue before washing.
- Wash by hand with a mild, preferably fragrance-free dish soap, or place the pieces on the top rack of the dishwasher.
- Air dry all parts fully before reassembling, since trapped moisture can encourage residue buildup in the seams.
- Sterilizing is optional. Current WHO guidance no longer considers routine sterilization necessary once a bottle has been properly washed, but if you prefer to sterilize, Elhee's silicone can be boiled for a few minutes or run through a standard steam sterilizer.
Choosing the Right Size and Flow
Elhee bottles are sized around your baby's stage rather than one-size-fits-all, and picking the right one makes a real difference in feeding comfort.
- Newborns: start with a smaller bottle and a slow-flow nipple to mimic the pace of nursing.
- 3 to 6 months: most babies move up to a medium-flow nipple as intake increases.
- 6 months and up: a larger bottle with a faster flow suits babies drinking more per feed or starting cereal mixed with milk.
Because the nipple and ring are interchangeable, you can often keep the same bottle body and simply size up the nipple as your baby grows, which is part of what makes the investment stretch further over time.
Keep a Spare Set of Nipples on Hand
Silicone nipples are the part of any bottle that wears out first, regardless of brand. Keeping a spare set means one less middle-of-the-night scramble if a nipple splits or the flow slows down with age.
The Elhee 2-Pack Silicone Bottle Nipples come in small, medium, and large flow so you can match them to your baby's current stage without replacing the whole bottle.
How Elhee Compares to Other Anti-Colic Bottles at MacroBaby
Elhee is not the only bottle designed with colic-conscious parents in mind. Here is how it stacks up against two well-known anti-colic options carried at MacroBaby.
| Feature | Elhee | Dr. Brown's Options+ | Philips Avent Anti-Colic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Medical-grade silicone body and nipple | Glass or plastic body, silicone nipple | Plastic body, silicone nipple |
| Anti-colic system | Sealed valve built into the nipple | Internal venting straw | Base valve directing air away from milk |
| Care | Dishwasher, microwave, sterilizer, freezer safe | Dishwasher and sterilizer safe, more parts to wash | Dishwasher and sterilizer safe |
| Best for | Parents wanting a breast-like feel and minimal plastic contact | Babies with more pronounced colic or reflux | Parents wanting a simple, familiar bottle shape |
If you would like to compare in person, MacroBaby also carries the Dr. Brown's Options+ Wide-Neck Newborn Feeding Set and the Philips Avent 3-Pack Anti-Colic Bottle with AirFree Vent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Elhee bottles worth it?
For many families, yes. Elhee's medical-grade silicone, breast-like design, and anti-colic nipple make it a strong pick for parents who want a natural feeding transition and are comfortable with a premium price point. If budget is the main concern, other anti-colic bottles at MacroBaby can offer similar colic relief at a lower cost.
Are Elhee bottles dishwasher safe?
Yes, Elhee states its bottles are safe for the dishwasher, microwave, sterilizer, and freezer. Disassemble the bottle fully and place it on the top rack for best results.
How do I clean an Elhee bottle properly?
Take the bottle apart completely after every use, rinse each piece, wash by hand or on the top dishwasher rack, and air dry fully before reassembling. Avoid leaving pigmented foods like tomato or carrot puree in contact with the silicone for long periods.
What size and flow should I start with?
Newborns generally do best with a smaller bottle and a slow-flow nipple. Most babies move to a medium flow around 3 to 6 months, then a faster flow from 6 months onward as intake increases.
Do Elhee bottles actually help with colic?
Elhee's nipple includes a sealed anti-colic valve designed to reduce the air a baby swallows while feeding. No bottle eliminates colic entirely, since it has multiple causes, but reducing swallowed air is one of the most effective things a bottle can do to ease discomfort.
Can I sterilize an Elhee bottle?
Yes. Sterilizing is optional under current WHO guidance once a bottle is properly washed, but Elhee's silicone can be boiled briefly or run through a standard steam sterilizer if you prefer to sterilize regularly.
Find Your Elhee Bottle at MacroBaby
MacroBaby has been helping Central Florida families outfit their nurseries for years, right from our showroom on Florida Mall Ave in Orlando as well as online. Our team can help you compare Elhee against other anti-colic options in person, so you can feel confident in a bottle before it becomes part of your daily routine.
Ready to see the full range of colors and sizes? Browse the Elhee collection at MacroBaby today.
