When should my baby start using an open cup or straw?

Pediatric feeding specialists encourage supervised open-cup and straw practice from around 6 months, ahead of weaning off the bottle by 12-18 months.

Is the straw safe for new teeth?

The straws are soft food-grade silicone: chew-friendly and gentle on gums and new teeth. Replacement straws are available separately.

Is this a spill proof sippy cup?

No, and that’s on purpose. Instead of a spouted sippy cup, Olababy makes open training cups with stable bases that resist tipping, because supervised open-cup practice builds real drinking skills. If you want protection on the go, the Training Cup with Lid + Straw snaps a lid over the same cup for spill-resistant straw drinking.

When should my baby transition from bottle to cup?

Pediatric feeding specialists suggest introducing a cup around 6 months, alongside the bottle, with the goal of weaning off the bottle by 12-18 months. Starting cup practice early with small, supervised sips makes that transition gradual instead of a battle.

Is a silicone sippy cup better than plastic?

We think so. Our cups are 100% food-grade silicone: free of BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalates, and tested to FDA food-contact standards. The soft rim is gentle on gums and new teeth, the material won’t crack when a cup is tipped or thrown, and it goes in the dishwasher (top rack) or a steam sterilizer.

Is this safe for my baby?

Yes. Olababy feeding products are made from 100% high-purity food-grade silicone with no fillers, free of BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalates, and tested to FDA food-contact standards.

How do I clean and sterilize it?

Silicone products are dishwasher safe (top rack) and can be sterilized in boiling water or a steam sterilizer. Air-dry fully before storing.

What if it doesn’t 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.