Best MAM Anti-Colic Bottles for Windy Babies 2026
Windy, colicky babies do not care about brand loyalty — they care about air staying out of the milk. MAM dominates the anti-colic bottle conversation in the UK for a reason, and this guide ranks the MAM lineup (plus two non-MAM alternatives) against what actually reduces gas and reflux in 2026.
- MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic 260ml 3 Pack is the newborn default at £25.80 — buy it.
- MAM Feed & Soothe Set bundles anti-colic bottles and soothers for £37.99 — strong value.
- MAM Easy Active 270ml suits babies past 4 months feeding faster — buy for the upgrade.
- Glass Fraupow bottles help combi-feeding but lack MAM's vent valve — hold, don't lead with them.
Why this matters
Colic and wind in the first three months come down to air. Babies who gulp air while feeding swallow it into the stomach, and that air has to come back out — usually loudly, usually at 2am. An anti-colic bottle's job is to vent that air before it reaches the baby, not after.
MAM's Easy Start range does this with a self-vent valve built into the base of the bottle rather than the teat. That distinction matters more than most parents realise when comparing bottles in 2026: valve-in-base designs keep venting active throughout the whole feed, not just at the start. Bambinos & Beyond stocks the full MAM anti-colic range alongside soothers and starter sets for parents dealing with a genuinely windy baby.
If the bouncer chair is doing more work than the bottle right now, the anti-colic setup needs fixing first — a colicky baby often settles faster once feeding is sorted than with soothing gear alone.
How we ranked these
Each bottle is scored against three things that actually change wind outcomes: valve position and design, teat flow match to age, and how easily the bottle switches between breast and bottle feeding without confusing latch. Pricing reflects 2026 UK retail listings. Bundles are scored on whether the extra pieces solve a real problem, not just padding out a box.
The ranked list
1. MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottle 260ml 3 Pack
The safe pick for a newborn who cries after every feed. The self-vent valve sits in the base, and the silk teat is shaped to mimic breastfeeding so switching between boob and bottle does not trigger nipple confusion. At £25.80 for three bottles, this is the bottle most UK health visitors point parents toward first in 2026.
Available in blue or pink colourways, and functionally identical either way. Verdict: Buy.
2. MAM Feed & Soothe Set
The bundle pick for parents who do not want to buy bottles and soothers separately. One 260ml anti-colic bottle, two 160ml anti-colic bottles, and two Original 0+ soothers land in one box for £37.99. The mixed capacities mean you are covered from birth through the early growth spurt without a second order.
Verdict: Buy.
3. MAM Easy Active Bottle 270ml/330ml 2 Pack
The wildcard for babies past the newborn stage who are still windy but feeding faster. The teat flow is wider than the Easy Start range, built for babies who have outgrown slow-flow but still need the vent valve doing its job. At £15.60 for two, it is the cheapest entry point on this list.
Verdict: Buy if your baby is 4+ months and still gassy after feeds.
4. MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottle Set – Large
The one-and-done system at £70, covering components for two bottle sizes across the first year. It solves the reordering problem entirely, but £70 upfront is a real commitment before you know which flow your baby actually prefers.
Verdict: Hold until you have tested the standard 260ml pack first — buy the set once you know MAM's teat shape works for your baby.
5. Fraupow Combi-Feed Glass Baby Bottles (Pack of 3)
The breastfeeding bridge. These are built around matching mouth shape to breast latch rather than around a vent valve, which makes them a genuinely different tool from MAM's anti-colic line — good for reducing nipple confusion, not primarily designed to fix wind. At £29.99 for glass, they are heavier in a changing bag than plastic.
Verdict: Hold for combi-feeding support; it is not the fix for a windy baby on its own.
6. Fraupow Combi-Feed Baby Bottles (Pack of 3, plastic)
The lighter version of the glass set at £19.99, same combi-feed shaping, same lack of a dedicated anti-colic valve. Fine as a spare set once you already own the glass version for at-home use, weak as a first purchase for wind specifically.
Verdict: Skip as a standalone anti-colic solution.
Comparison table
| Bottle | Capacity | Best for | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAM Easy Start 3 Pack | 260ml | Newborn wind | £25.80 | Buy |
| MAM Feed & Soothe Set | 260ml + 160ml | Birth to early growth spurt | £37.99 | Buy |
| MAM Easy Active 2 Pack | 270-330ml | Faster feeders, 4m+ | £15.60 | Buy |
| MAM Easy Start Set – Large | Mixed | Full first year | £70 | Hold |
| Fraupow Glass Combi-Feed | 3 pack | Latch-sensitive combi-feeding | £29.99 | Hold |
| Fraupow Plastic Combi-Feed | 3 pack | Spare set once glass owned | £19.99 | Skip |
Where to buy
- Buy anti-colic bottles new, sealed, with teats in original packaging — silicone degrades and hygiene matters more here than on most baby gear.
- Match teat flow number to age, not just brand name; a slow-flow teat on a 5-month-old feeder can reintroduce the exact gulping problem the valve is meant to solve.
- Klarna is available at checkout on bundle sets like the MAM Easy Start Large set if you would rather split the £70 across payments.
FAQ
What's the best anti-colic bottle for a windy newborn in 2026?
The MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottle 260ml 3 Pack is the top pick for 2026, at £25.80. Its self-vent valve sits in the base of the bottle rather than the teat, keeping air out through the whole feed.
Are MAM bottles good for colic?
MAM's Easy Start range is built specifically around anti-colic venting, which reduces the air a baby swallows during feeding. It will not cure medical colic, but it does reduce wind-related crying tied to feeding technique.
How much do MAM anti-colic bottles cost in the UK?
A 3 pack of MAM Easy Start 260ml bottles runs £25.80 in 2026, while the full Easy Start Large set covering birth to 12 months costs £70. Smaller two-packs of the Easy Active range start at £15.60.
Is MAM Easy Start better than a glass combi-feed bottle for wind?
Yes, for wind specifically. MAM's valve-in-base design is built to vent air during feeding, while glass combi-feed bottles like Fraupow's are shaped mainly to match breast latch rather than to control airflow.
Can you combi-feed with anti-colic bottles?
Yes. MAM's silk teat on the Easy Start range is shaped to reduce nipple confusion when switching between breast and bottle, which is exactly what most combi-feeding parents need.
How often should you replace anti-colic bottle teats?
Check teats for cracks, cloudiness or stretching every few weeks and replace at the first sign of wear. A degraded teat can affect the vent seal and bring the wind problem straight back.
Do glass anti-colic bottles work as well as plastic?
Glass bottles like Fraupow's Combi-Feed range are heavier and better suited to home use than daily nursery bags, and they are not built around the same valve system as MAM's plastic anti-colic bottles.
What size MAM bottle does a newborn need?
Start with the 260ml Easy Start bottle for newborns; it covers most feeds through the early weeks before you need to size up to the Easy Active range past 4 months.
One last thing
The detail most parents miss: MAM's vent valve sits in the base of the bottle, not in the teat like older-generation anti-colic designs. That is why the valve keeps working through the entire feed rather than just the first few minutes — it is the whole reason the Easy Start range outperforms cheaper anti-colic bottles on sustained wind relief, not just at the start of a bottle.