Sippy cups are also know as transition cups. It is recommended by the American Academy of pediatrics that you switch your child over to a cup between one and two years of age. You can just transition to a regular cup but it will mean more accidents . However a sippy cup comes with a lid to minimize accidents. Most of the cups are usually made to withstand being tossed from the high chair, stroller or being turned upside down. They are also convenient to take anywhere because of the lid. You child can start using a sippy cup wen she can sit up and eat solids which is as early as 6 months.When you start using a sippy cup, use it for all liquids, including milk, right away, and then switch to an open cup (such as a 2-handled cup) as soon as your child can manage it, usually before age 2.

Choosing the best sippy cup

These are the characteristics you have to look out for when choosing a sippy cup.

• It should be BPA free . To be safe, look for sippy cups labeled “BPA-free”.
• It should be spill, leak and break proof.
• Dishwasher safe
• Choose age appropriate sprout
  • ages 4 to 12 months : Soft , silicone spout . These are like nipple on bottles and make transition easier.
  • ages 12 months and above : Hard spout.
  • any age : Straw sippy cup.
• Cup size : You should buy age appropriate cup size
  • 4 to 12 months : 5 to 8 ounce sizes
  • 12 to 24 months : 8 to 12 ounce sizes.

NOTE

No sippy cup is designed to hold hot liquids so put only cold liquids in the sippy cup. Never put a sippy cup in the microwave.