The training bottle, also known as a training cup , is a bottle specifically designed to ease the transition from a traditional bottle to a cup. It offers toddlers an opportunity to learn to drink independently while preventing spills.
Let's look in more detail at its main advantages and when to introduce it into your baby's life.
SUMMARY :
- The training bottle: between the birth bottle and the glass
- How does using a training bottle help limit dental problems?
- When to introduce a training bottle into a child's life
- Plan ahead for the purchase of your child's training bottle by opting for an adaptable bottle.
- Definition of the convertible baby bottle
- The Elhée convertible bottle: half bottle, half training cup
- Save money with a durable and versatile baby bottle
- In summary
The training bottle: between the birth bottle and the glass
A training bottle can be defined as a step between a bottle for newborns and a cup. Unlike a standard bottle, it does not have a teat but a spout, also known as a leak-proof spout .
A "glass" of learning that won't spill
As the second name suggests, the spout of the bottle does not let any liquid escape if it is dropped, unlike the teat which can start to leak if your child decides to let go before having finished drinking all of the intended milk.
But unlike glass, it requires several assembly parts to function, in the same way as a traditional baby bottle used after weaning or during mixed feeding . It may therefore include, in addition to a spout:
- a lid,
- an airtight closure system (ring or clamping ring),
- as well as a central part where the liquid is poured (container).
This design offers excellent leak prevention!
Promoting young children's independence with a training bottle
The main advantage of a training bottle is that it promotes independence in young children. It encourages them to coordinate their hand-to-mouth movements .
Thanks to its adapted design and quick handling, children also develop their fine motor skills and their ability to grasp and hold an object on their own, without the help of their parents or the intervention of a third party.
How does using a training bottle help limit dental problems?
Did you know that using a training bottle helps limit dental problems in children?
Are late feedings responsible for early cavities?
One of the main factors contributing to the development of these problems, and in particular cavities, remains prolonged exposure to sugary liquids, such as milk combined with cereals.
This exposure occurs particularly in the evening, when a bottle is given to the child to help them fall asleep. The sugary liquids then remain in contact with the teeth for a long period, thus promoting the proliferation of bacteria responsible for cavities.
Using a training bottle can allow him to gently detach himself from this need to suck , sometimes visceral and often felt at bedtime.
Improving dental alignment in young children
The spouts on training bottles require a more mature sucking motion from the child. This promotes the development of the oral and jaw muscles. A more mature and controlled sucking motion reduces the risk of mouth deformities and misaligned teeth.
When should a training bottle be introduced into a child's life?
It is recommended to introduce a training bottle when the child shows signs of interest in drinking more independently . These signs vary from child to child, but generally, a transition is observed around the age of 6 to 9 months .
It is important to choose a training bottle taking into account the child's ability to drink independently and their preference regarding spout type.
A soft beak rather than a rigid beak will often have a better chance of being accepted.
Plan ahead for the purchase of your child's training bottle by opting for an adaptable bottle.
Anticipating the purchase of a training bottle by opting for an adaptable bottle is an excellent strategy to support your baby's growth! But what exactly is an adaptable bottle?
Definition of the convertible baby bottle
Designed to adapt to the different stages of your child's development, the evolving bottle offers the possibility of being fitted with either a teat or a spout .
Since the two devices are interchangeable, you can use the same container for several months and adapt to your baby's growth.
The Elhée evolving bottle: half bottle, half training cup!
At Elhée, in addition to our range of training pouches , we offer an adaptable baby bottle, usable from birth ! The spouts on our pouches are compatible with all our baby bottles, regardless of size:
Save money with a durable and versatile baby bottle
By choosing a versatile and adaptable baby bottle, you save not only time but also money, since you don't have to reinvest in a training cup if you already have an Elhée brand bottle. Convenient, isn't it?
Buying spouts is all you need!
This provides great peace of mind ; you have a single, versatile bottle , suitable for each stage of your child's development.
🍒The icing on the cake: your approach is ecological and responsible! By investing in an evolving bottle, you are helping to reduce plastic waste related to the use of multiple bottles or training cups.
In summary
The training bottle offers a good compromise between a baby bottle and a cup . It provides a smooth transition to using a glass or cup.
The spout on the training bottle, sometimes called a leak-proof spout, allows your child to drink without spilling the liquid if the bottle is accidentally dropped or tipped over.
The training bottle also plays a crucial role in developing young children's independence. It is advisable to acquire one early on to give your child the opportunity to gain autonomy as soon as they seem ready.
Promote your child's fine motor skills and psychomotor development without breaking the bank and by adopting a responsible attitude !
→ Choose an adaptable bottle from the Elhée range. Our leak-proof spouts, sold in pairs, will easily adapt to your child's bottle, transforming it into a training bottle as soon as the time is right!
