Quick answer
Start by replacing one bottle feed per day with the Dr. Brown's Cheers360 cup, letting your toddler sip from any edge thanks to its 360-degree design.
Why the Cheers360 cup makes the switch easier
Traditional sippy cups with spouts can feel foreign to a toddler who is used to a bottle's familiar shape. The Cheers360 cup's open design mimics an adult cup while its silicone valve prevents spills, so your child learns a natural drinking motion without the mess. This reduces resistance during the transition.
When to start the transition
Pediatricians often recommend introducing a cup around 6 to 9 months, but every child is different. Look for signs like interest in your cup, ability to sit up with support, or grabbing at bottles. Starting too early can frustrate both of you, while waiting too long may make the bottle a harder habit to break.
Steps to transition from bottle to Cheers360 cup
- Introduce the cup during playtime: Let your toddler hold and explore the empty Cheers360 cup during a calm moment. Let them turn it over, touch the silicone valve, and figure out how it works without the pressure of drinking. Common mistake: skipping this step can make the cup feel unfamiliar and scary when it's filled with liquid.
- Start with water at one meal: Fill the cup with a small amount of water (about 1–2 oz) and offer it during a meal when your child is already seated and hungry. Demonstrate by sipping from your own cup first. Checkpoint: if your toddler pushes the cup away, try again at the next meal—don't force it.
- Replace one bottle feed per day: Choose a bottle feed that is not the bedtime or morning feed (when your child is most tired or hungry). Offer the Cheers360 cup instead. Expect some spills and mess—the valve helps, but practice is key. Common mistake: replacing the most comforting bottle feed first can cause extra fussiness. Start with a less emotionally attached feed.
- Gradually increase cup feeds over 2–3 weeks: Once your child accepts the cup at one feed, add a second, then a third. Keep the bottle available for the feeds they resist most. Slow and steady wins this transition. Checkpoint: if your child refuses the cup entirely after a week, take a 2-day break and try again with a different liquid like expressed milk or a favorite puree.
- Phase out the bottle completely: When your toddler consistently uses the Cheers360 cup for all daytime feeds, drop the last bottle (usually the bedtime one). Offer a comforting routine like a story or cuddle instead. Common mistake: going cold turkey can backfire. Let your child keep the bottle for comfort for a few extra days if needed.
Product facts
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Dr Brown's Milestones Cheers360 Cup, 10oz/300ml, Green: The clear silicone valve lets little ones see inside while preventing leaks and spills. Your toddler can watch the liquid move as they drink, which builds curiosity and coordination, and you get fewer wet shirts to clean up.
Dr Brown's Milestones Cheers360 Cup, 10oz/300ml, Green
