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Glass Baby Nail File for Newborns, No Blade (2-Pack)

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A glass baby nail file for babies 0 to 6 months, made to smooth paper-thin newborn nails with fine, even abrasion instead of cutting them, so no blade comes near tiny fingertips.

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Where this sits

  1. 0 to 6 months
  2. 6 to 12 monthsnext
  3. 12 months and up

How it works

The Olababy glass nail file smooths a nail edge with a filing surface permanently etched into tempered crystal glass, taking the nail down gradually rather than clipping it. It needs no blades and no batteries, and it is sized for a parent's precise grip.

Why parents choose it

  • Etched, not coated, filing surface gives fine, even abrasion
  • No blade and no batteries: a fully manual newborn nail tool
  • Sized for a parent's precise grip on very small fingers
  • Two files, so one can stay home and one can ride in the diaper bag

Who it is for

Good fit for
  • Newborn nails, filed rather than cut. Tagged 0 to 6 months.
  • A parent who wants no powered tool.
  • Two files with a case, so one can live in the diaper bag.
Not right for
  • Thick toddler nails that need shortening quickly.
  • A parent who would rather use a powered tool. The electric trimmer is that.
  • Anything other than nails.

Why Olababy

Every feeding product is one material, food-grade silicone, soft enough for gums that are still teething and inert enough to go through a dishwasher for years. The panel above names what is in it and what is kept out of it.

Olababy has designed in Portland, Oregon since 2015, with parents testing the things their own children eat from.

The practical details

What it is made of

Made of
Tempered crystal glass with a permanently etched filing surface

Specifications

Weighs
0.1 oz
Designed in
Portland, Oregon

More about this one

Does a glass nail file wear out?

No, the Olababy glass nail file does not wear out the way a coated file does. Its filing texture is etched permanently into tempered crystal glass rather than applied as a coating on top, so there is no grit layer to rub away, and the etched surface lasts for years. To clean it, rinse it under warm water.

What is included

2 glass nail files with a travel case.

How to clean it

Rinse under warm water to clean.

Shipping and returns

Free US shipping over $49, $6.99 under it. Orders ship the next business day.

Returns and exchanges run for 30 days from purchase, by mail, in three steps.

  1. Ask for a return numberEmail sales@olababy.us or call 503-893-8363 within 30 days of purchase.
  2. Pack it as it arrivedItems go back unused, in their original condition and packaging, with proof of purchase.
  3. Post it backReturn postage is paid by the customer and is not refunded.

A product bought from a retail partner is returned or exchanged through that retailer.

Questions parents ask

What age is it made for?

Made for 0 to 6 months.

What comes in the box?

2 glass nail files with a travel case.

How do I clean it?

Rinse under warm water to clean.

What is it made of?

Tempered crystal glass with a permanently etched filing surface. Designed in Portland, Oregon.

How big is it?

It weighs 0.1 oz.

More questions (5)

Can I use this on a newborn?

Yes, Olababy baby-care tools are designed to be gentle enough for newborns. Follow the included usage guidance for your baby’s age.

Are baby nail clippers safe for a newborn?

Newborn nails are paper-thin, and clipping that close to soft skin makes many parents nervous, which is why we file instead. Our electric baby nail trimmer smooths the nail edge with soft oscillating pads and no exposed blade, with six pads from newborn to toddler, an LED light, and a whisper-quiet motor that works on sleeping babies.

How do I trim my newborn’s nails without the drama?

File, do not cut, and time it for sleep. The tempered-glass baby nail file smooths nails with fine, even abrasion and rinses clean with warm water, while the USB-rechargeable electric trimmer has an LED front light for night trims. Either way, no blades near tiny fingers.

What if it does not work for us?

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery (see our return policy for details). US shipping is free on orders over $49.

Why buy from olababy.us instead of a retailer?

Olababy.us is the official store and the only place with the complete lineup: every product, every colorway, replacement parts, and bundle pricing. Orders over $49 ship free in the US, returns are accepted for 30 days, and support comes directly from the Olababy team.

Before you buy

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Published guidance

published guidance

feeding questions, answered at the source

General information, not medical advice. For guidance specific to your baby, talk with your pediatrician.

When can a baby start baby led weaning?

The American Academy of Pediatrics says babies are usually ready to start solid foods at around 6 months, and that some infants may be ready as early as 4 months. It adds that each child's readiness depends on their own rate of development.

Ifunanya A. AgbimMD, FAAPChristine Waasdorp HurtadoMD, FAAPAmerican Academy of PediatricsBaby-Led Weaning: Is It Safe?, HealthyChildren.org

What does food grade silicone actually mean?

Rubber articles intended for repeated use in contact with aqueous food shall meet the following specifications: The food-contact surface of the rubber article in the finished form in which it is to contact food, when extracted with distilled water at reflux temperature, shall yield total extractives not to exceed 20 milligrams per square inch during the first 7 hours of extraction, nor to exceed 1 milligram per square inch during the succeeding 2 hours of extraction.

US Food and Drug Administration21 CFR 177.2600, Rubber articles intended for repeated use, paragraph (e)

When should my child stop using a sippy cup?

The American Academy of Pediatrics describes sippy cups as a stage children pass through while they are learning, and says it is healthiest for a child to be drinking from an open cup by around 2 years of age.

Jennifer ShuMD, FAAPAmerican Academy of PediatricsDiscontinuing the Bottle, HealthyChildren.org

Why does letting a baby feed themselves matter?

Leslie Schilling, a registered dietitian nutritionist and co-author of a book on baby led weaning, writes in Today's Dietitian that self feeding is a natural first step that can build feeding confidence and oral skills, and can help prevent overfeeding.

Leslie SchillingMA, RDN, CSSD, CSCSToday's DietitianChildren's Nutrition: Embracing Baby-Led Weaning

Does baby led weaning help a baby learn when they are full?

Laura Lucas, a senior clinical dietitian at Texas Children's Hospital, says one of the main benefits of baby led weaning is that it helps babies learn to recognise their own satiety levels, and that with proper handling and supervision it is safe for most babies who are developmentally ready.

Laura LucasMS, RD, CSP, LDTexas Children's HospitalBaby-Led Weaning: What Parents Need to Know

What skills is a baby practising when they feed themselves?

Kimberly Churbock, a physician writing for Cleveland Clinic, describes a baby picking up a piece of food, bringing it to their mouth, manipulating it, chewing and swallowing, and notes that all of those actions require fine motor skills and oral motor skills.

Kimberly ChurbockMDCleveland ClinicBaby-Led Weaning: What It Is and How To Do It Safely

What if my baby is unsure about a new texture?

Amy Klein, an occupational therapist at Cincinnati Children's, writes that for a baby who is not sure about a new taste or texture, self feeding gives them control to manipulate it in their mouth and swallow it or not, and that it also aids hand eye coordination.

Amy KleinMPP, MS, OTR/LCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterBaby-Led Weaning: Pros, Cons and Considering a Moderate Approach

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