Confused About Bisphenol-A?

What is BPA and why is it an issue?

BPA (bisphenol-A) is an industrial chemical used in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastic, a material used to manufacture many baby bottles. Questions have been raised regarding whether or not BPA is potentially harmful to human health.

April 2008, the Government of Canada has taken action to protect the health of Canadians and the environment from another chemical of concern.

www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/nr-cp/2008/2008_59_e.html

How do I know if a baby bottle contains BPA and what are my options?

Searching for alternatives can be a challenge for most as products made of polycarbonate may not be completely apparent. Polycarbonate is a hard and clear plastic which contains BPA. This is found in many baby bottle containers as well as other products. It is often recognized with the Recycle 7 symbol on the bottom of the container identifying it as polycarbonate. Polypropylene, which does not contain BPA, is easy to identify. It is a soft, semi-cloudy plastic and typically has the Recycle 5 symbol on the bottom of the containers.

Medela products have always been made with BPA-free plastic

As the industry leader in breastpumping and breastfeeding, Medela is committed to always doing what is best for moms and babies. Medela products that come into direct contact with breastmilk, including all breastpump kits and breastshields, all collection and storage bottles, as well as all feeding systems have always been made with BPA-free plastic.

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