Baby Bottles and Cups

Playful baby bottles and sippy cups will make it easier to teach your child to drink on their own and stay hydrated throughout the day. If you’re starting your baby on other liquids than breast milk, it’s time to buy their first training cup or a baby bottle. They come in ergonomic designs to easily fit into small baby hands, and some baby cups even feature a special mechanism which prevents the liquid from spilling out. Are you looking for a training cup with a nozzle, a baby bottle with a straw, or a water bottle your older kids can take to school? We’ll tell you how to pick the right one for your child.

Benefits of baby bottles and cups

• They’re storable and easily washable.
• They come in playful designs which motivate kids to stay hydrated.
• They teach your kid to regulate the flow of the liquid as needed.
• Some cups are suitable for children from 4 months of age.
• Their special shapes and ergonomic handles help your kid grip the cup and learn to drink without the parent’s assistance.
• Some types of baby cups and bottles are compatible with a microwave, dishwasher or freezer.

Baby bottles and children’s cups – types

Using a baby bottle or cup will help your child develop the correct way of breathing and swallowing, plus teach them to be more independent. Once your baby sits up and starts eating their first complementary foods using a baby spoon, they can drink milk from a baby bottle or cup with a nozzle and other liquids such as baby tea and juices from a training cup. Gradually, you can also try baby bottles with a straw or a cute baby travel cup.

• A baby bottle with or without a straw is usually bigger than a baby cup (350 to 700ml) and made of quality plastic, durable stainless steel or silicone. Especially popular are baby bottles with a straw and fairy-tale designs for girls and boys.
• A baby cup with or without handles is made of safe materials and usually holds between 100 and 350ml of liquid.

Types of baby cups and bottles

Training cups and bottles for children from 4 to 18 months usually differ in design, material and type of closure. It’s up to you which one you pick.

• A training cup with handles will be easier to grab and hold.
• An anti-spill cup for kids has a special mechanism which allows your child to drink easily without a risk of spillage in any position.
• A baby bottle and a baby cup with a straw make it easier to drink and stimulate a correct use of lips, tongue, cheeks, breathing system and vocal chords.
• A training cup with a nozzle that resembles a nipple will make it easier to go from breastfeeding to other liquids.
• Baby cups with a teat are designed for the smallest babies.
• Older kids can use water bottles for school and travel which are usually bigger and feature lovely children’s motifs to promote hydration even when your child’s out of home.

Our tip: You can also use a baby bottle  for toddler formula, various mashes and first complementary foods.

Materials of baby cups

Baby cups are made of safe materials such as silicone and plastic.

• A plastic baby cup is durable, light and usually can be put in a dishwasher. However, it is not suitable for hot drinks.
• A glass cup is completely safe from a health standpoint, it’s easy to clean and doesn’t absorb odours. That said, it’s not impact-resistant and tends to be a bit heavier.
• A silicone baby cup is typically light, soft, durable and can be used for hot drinks.
• A polypropylene cup has similar characteristics to a plastic cup, plus it doesn’t contain BPA.

Get a fun training cup for your baby and help them stay hydrated all day long in a way that is more enjoyable. Your youngest kids will easily learn how to drink using a sippy cup with handles for an easy grip, they’ll love a baby bottle with a straw, and older kids will appreciate a nice water bottle for school!