Nuby 3 Piece Girl No-Spill Cup with Flex Straw, 10 Ounce

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There are three main sippy cup tops, and our test babies were immensely helpful in demonstrating the advantages and disadvantages of each. Most of the sippy cups we tested are pictured below, and you will notice there are several different styles. These are categorized as follows. Full disclosure: Some of these sippy cups, including the AVENT and Munchkin models, were sent to us as free test samples by the manufacturer. Here are the Best Sippy Cups of 2023! 1. Munchkin LATCH Transition Cup. If you want your child’s drink to stay cold or warm for a long time, consider a stainless steel straw sippy cup. The insulation helps keep the drink cool all day long, which is ideal for those hot summer days at the zoo or pool. While stainless steel straw sippy cups may cost more, they’re durable and can be reused for longer than plastic cups. A flip-top lid makes it easy to take this option on the go, and the handles are good for small hands learning to grasp their cup. While young kids will likely have no problems with the cup, some adults find the weighted straw hard to clean. Sippy cups are perfect for easing this transition, and most toddlers will start using them between 12-18 months of age. The best sippy cups will provide appropriate flow, positioning, and sensory input for toddlers learning how to drink on their own.

Modern parents have enough on their plates without needing to wash every sippy cup by hand, which is why our test parents agreed that dishwasher-friendly cups were preferred. Additionally, safety considerations for materials were at the top of our lists. Most sippy cups on the current market are plastic, and even though the US Food and Drug Administration banned bisphenol A (BPA) from baby bottles and sippy cups in 2012, it was still important that we noted this certification on each sippy cup. There are still ongoing studies regarding the leeching of estrogenic and other potentially harmful compounds, even from BPA-free cups, “Sometimes the BPA-free products had even more activity than products known to contain BPA.” So, when we were able to find stainless steel options compatible with sippy cups such as the Munchkin Miracle, we were further encouraged to support our test babies in learning these cups. If you’re wondering what cups your child should drink from at each stage, have a read of our bottles and cups by age guide. We also have some great tips on how to transition from a bottle to a cup that will help you with this big milestone.

The Dr. Brown's Soft Spout Transition Cup had a clever swing-open top, but it also would swing closed and our baby in the face while she drank, and it was a little leaky and too fast of a flow for a transition cup - pass!

Fortunately, we've been reviewing sippy cups for over 10 years and have found some excellent options.We are dedicated to developing innovative products for babies and toddlers so you can rest assured that our sippy cups have been thoroughly tried and tested by experts. Our sippy cups with soft spouts or flexi-straws are kind to delicate gums and precious teeth, and ensure your little one is pleasantly distracted from the discomfort of teething. Just like adult cups, straw sippy cups are available in different capacities, from as little as 4 ounces to as much as 12 ounces. How big your child’s sippy cup needs to be can depend on many factors, like your family’s daily activities. Cups are for when your child is ready to move from the bottle to an open cup. Usually, this can happen from around 12 months onwards. But don’t worry if they’re still using a sippy cup or a straw cup at this age, as every child develops at their own pace. Kids love straw cups. And so do parents, too. If your child is ready to move away from their beloved sippy cup but isn't quite ready for an open cup, then straw cups are the next stepping stone. Children can usually start learning how to use a straw between 6 and 12 months when they've been introduced to solid foods. But, of course, every baby develops differently, so some may be ready earlier or later.

Straw cups often feature a soft and flexible silicone straw that’s gentle on your baby’s mouth and easy to use. Some cups also include a secure closing lid to prevent spills and the straw from getting dirty, like the ones in our Thirsty Kids range, which is better suited to children 18 months and over. Easy to (dis)assemble: just be sure to line up the top rubber lid with the plastic notches on the lid ring. But inside straw, rubber top (with attached external straw), and ring come apart easily.The 360 Wonder Cup is a revolutionary drinking cup that’s perfect for the transition between bottle and open cup. With a leak-resistant design, this cup encourages natural drinking development with a soft silicone rim insert that can be sipped from all sides. A sippy cup with handles will allow your little one to easily carry their favorite cup as they begin to explore their surroundings. And because our cups have Touch-Flo valves, the possibility of leaks is significantly reduced. With a choice of baby cups from the 360 range, your toddler is also able to drink from any area of the rim. There are many different types of straw sippy cups on the market, including stainless steel, plastic, and glass. Some sippy cups are available with handles, giving babies an easier and more secure hold. Some parents and caregivers prefer buying a variety of straw sippy cups to see which type their little one will handle best.