Quick answer
Start the bottle to cup transition with the Little Sipper 2pk by introducing it during daytime meals, using the interchangeable handles and lids to match your baby's growth stage.
Why the Little Sipper 2pk works for transition
The Little Sipper 2pk is designed specifically for mastering sipping skills, with a non-spill silicone spout that is gentle on teeth. Its EarthSmart® material biodegrades in landfill without leaving microplastics, making it a sustainable choice. The set includes interchangeable handles and lids, so you can adapt the cup as your baby progresses from bottle to open cup.
When to start the transition
Most babies are ready to start sippy cup training around 6-9 months, when they can sit up with support and show interest in drinking from a cup. The Little Sipper 2pk is suitable from this age, but every baby is different. Look for signs like reaching for your cup or being able to hold objects steadily.
Step-by-step transition guide
- Step 1: Introduce during a calm meal: Offer the Little Sipper 2pk with a small amount of water or breast milk during a meal when your baby is relaxed. Use the handles for easy gripping. Common mistake: Offering juice or sugary drinks can create a preference for sweet tastes. Stick to water or milk.
- Step 2: Demonstrate sipping: Show your baby how to tip the cup and sip by bringing it to your own mouth first. Then guide the spout gently to their lips and tilt slowly. Checkpoint: If your baby pushes the cup away, try again later. Forcing can create negative associations.
- Step 3: Practice with the non-spill spout: The Little Sipper's non-spill silicone spout releases liquid only when your baby sucks, reducing mess. Let them practice holding and tipping the cup themselves. Common mistake: Expecting perfection immediately. Spills are normal—the spill proof design helps but some drips may happen.
- Step 4: Gradually replace one bottle feed: Once your baby is comfortable sipping, replace one daytime bottle feed with the Little Sipper. Keep bedtime bottles for comfort if needed. Checkpoint: If your baby refuses the cup, try offering it at a different time of day or with a different liquid (e.g., expressed milk instead of water).
- Step 5: Switch lids as they grow: Use the interchangeable lids to progress from the soft spout to a harder spout or free-flow lid as your baby's sipping skills improve. The hygiene cover keeps the spout clean when not in use. Common mistake: Sticking with the same lid too long. Each stage builds oral motor skills, so change lids when your baby seems ready.
- Step 6: Clean thoroughly after each use: The Little Sipper is easy to clean—disassemble all parts and wash with warm soapy water or in the top rack of the dishwasher. Check for milk residue in the spout. Checkpoint: Mold can grow in hidden crevices if not dried properly. Air-dry all parts completely before reassembling.
Product facts
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little sipper 2pk: Ideal for mastering sipping skills, gentle on teeth, easy to clean, includes a hygiene cover and interchangeable handles and lids for every growth stage. You can start with the handles for grip and switch to the lid without handles as your baby gains confidence, all while keeping the cup clean with the hygiene cover.
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