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Steam Bowl for Baby Food, Microwave Silicone Steamer (8oz)

4.931 reviews

$13.998 oz (240 ml)

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Made for 6 months and up.In stock and ready to ship.

This steam bowl cooks and serves homemade baby food in one 8 oz silicone dish, for babies from 6 months. Soft vegetables, fruit or fish steam in the microwave in minutes.

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Where this sits

  1. 0 to 6 months
  2. 6 to 12 months
  3. 12 months and upnext

How it works

The Olababy SteamBowl uses a vented top to circulate steam around food in the microwave, cooking small portions of soft vegetables, fruit and fish in minutes. The food cooks in steam rather than in boiling water, which keeps nutrients in the food, and the silicone stays cool to the touch at the rim.

The bowl goes straight from the microwave to the table to serve, with no separate steamer appliance and no second dish.

Why parents choose it

  • Vented top circulates steam for even cooking
  • One 8 oz (240 ml) bowl goes from microwave to table
  • Silicone rim stays cool to the touch
  • Steams soft veggies, fruit or fish in minutes

Who it is for

Good fit for
  • Steaming soft vegetables, fruit or fish in a microwave, with no separate appliance.
  • A parent starting solids around 6 months who wants small fresh batches rather than a weekly cook-up.
  • Cooking and serving in the same 8 oz dish.
Not right for
  • Large batch cooking. The bowl holds 8 oz.
  • The oven or the stovetop. This bowl steams in a microwave and washes in a dishwasher, and those are the two heats it is built for.
  • Self-feeding from a bowl that stays put. The suction bowl is that product.

Steaming small portions right in the serving bowl lowers the barrier to offering fresh vegetables and fruits, less prep is the difference between offering variety and not.

Marla Vane, RD, Heritage Health / Kendall Children's Hospital Feeding Clinic

The practical details

What it is made of

Made of
100% high-purity food-grade silicone
Free of
BPA, PVC, lead, phthalate
Tested to
FDA food-contact standards, 21 CFR 177.2600

Specifications

Holds
8 oz (240 ml)
Measures
4.5" dia x 2.99"H (114.3 x 76 mm)
Weighs
4.69 oz (133 g)
Designed in
Portland, Oregon

More about this one

What can I steam in the SteamBowl?

The SteamBowl is made for soft vegetables, fruit and fish, steamed in the microwave in batches of up to 8 oz (240 ml). It suits small fresh meals for a baby starting solids rather than large batch cooking. The bowl is built for two heats, the microwave for steaming and the dishwasher for washing, so it is not for the oven or the stovetop.

Does steaming keep more nutrients than boiling?

The SteamBowl cooks food in steam, which keeps nutrients in the food instead of letting them go into boiling water. Its vented top circulates steam around soft vegetables, fruit or fish in the microwave, so nothing sits in a pot of cooking water, and the food is served in the same 8 oz bowl it was steamed in.

What is included

1 SteamBowl.

How to clean it

Dishwasher safe (top rack).

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 6 to 12 months.

What comes in the box?

1 SteamBowl.

How do I clean it?

Dishwasher safe (top rack).

What is it made of?

100% high-purity food-grade silicone: BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalate free. Designed in Portland, Oregon.

How big is it?

It holds 8 oz (240 ml). It measures 4.5" dia x 2.99"H (114.3 x 76 mm). It weighs 4.69 oz (133 g).

More questions (7)

Is it okay that my baby chews on it?

Yes, mouthing and chewing are a normal part of learning to eat, and soft silicone is gentle on developing gums and teeth.

How do I make baby food at home?

Steam, mash, serve: one bowl. The SteamBowl’s vented lid circulates steam in the microwave, cooking soft veggies, fruit, and fish in minutes while keeping nutrients in the food instead of the boiling water. The lid doubles as a strainer, and you can mash right in the bowl your baby eats from.

Do I need a baby food maker, or can I steam food in the microwave?

You can skip the appliance. The SteamBowl steams in the microwave: its vented lid circulates steam, cooking soft veggies, fruit, and fish in minutes while keeping nutrients in the food instead of the boiling water. It takes up no counter space, and you serve from the same bowl you cooked in.

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 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

  • Returns run for 30 days from purchase, by mail.
  • Checkout runs on Shopify, so card details never touch this site.

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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.

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parents on the steam bowl for baby food, microwave silicone steamer (8oz)

4.9 out of 5, 31 reviews, read the reviewsCollected by Judge.me
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Highlights

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great Steamimg Bowl

    Just got our steam bowl, and adorable spoons! Absolutely love the concept of it. We will be ordering more!

    Sydney Whitehead
  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Quality Product!

    Super happy with my purchase of the steam bowl. I haven’t found anything similar to this design and I love the versatility!

    Chelsi R
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great bowl!

    I used to use a China bowl for my kiddo, when looking for the silicone spoon we found this item and decide to give a try. This bowl is amazing and has a part to hold your thumb. Great product made with silicone, Light and safe for baby to use. Will recommend this bowl.

    Carolinesmom
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great for feeding baby home cooked food

    Love the pop up design that's great for preparing home cooked baby food. Great for feeding baby right from bowl.

    Nifafa
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Unique baby bowl

    This bowl was gifted to us by our cousins who have 3 babies and organic food enthusiasts. I was skeptical at first because it was new to me. It turned out great and we use it everyday for heating baby food and using it as a sterilizer for teats.

    kcalk
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great Steambowl

    My daughter likes the spoon and the steambowl. When we get food ready, she looks like she can't wait to use the spoon to eat. Another important part is that this spoon is ready good at teething.

    Leo Zhang
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great baby bowl

    Bought this together with a pair of Ola baby silicone spoons. This bowl is excellent for heating baby food. I am wondering if it can be used in a instant pot. It definitely shortens the time for meal preparation.

    Jill
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great product!

    I bought a spoon set before, it was great! That's why I bought this bowl. The bowl is soft, healthy, harmless and safe. It is easy to clean and it is adorable, especially with those two spoons. My kids love it!!!! Highly recommend to those family having a baby around 1 year!

    Kgao
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    super easy to wash and multiuse

    very happy I bought this. it is microwave safe and easy to use for steaming. very easy to wash as well because it is silicone.

    tommot
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Amazing !

    Been using the steam bowl since my son could eat solids! I love that I can steam the food maintaining the nutrients and also reheat his food without using the microwave !!!

    nicbaker
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Best bowl ever !

    This is the only bowl I feed my baby with. She loves it !!!! I know she is safe, if I leave her eating with it. The quality is great and it is so durable. This bowl with last a lifetime. So happy with this purchase.

    Sweetdoll1
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Magical little bowl!

    So simple, no extra contraptions to fill my counter up...just cook and serve in the same bowl! I find myself using it just as a bowl too for cold foods. Washes up in the dishwasher or my santizer like a dream! Love knowing that if it gets knocked off the table, it's soft too.

    HarleysMom
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    The coolest bowl

    This is by far the coolest baby bowl I have ever used. I received this in my gift set and had to write more after using it for a bit. This bowl is made out of food-grade silicone which means safe for steaming or microwaving. It's even dishwasher safe which has made my dinner routine so easy. Some days I get tired and pop a frozen puree in the bowl, steam or microwave, and serve then throw in the dishwasher. There's also a lip for easy scraping and the best part is that this bowl is BPA and toxin free. Can't recommend it enough.

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    Laurie C
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Love this bowl!

    I love this bowl because it has made my life so easy. I can steam anything in it, serve right after then throw it in the dishwasher!

    Amanda
  • Rated 4 out of 5

    Great feature!

    My friend highly recommended this bowl so I decided to buy one to try. My husband reviewed the bowl and loves the feature! But the package box arrived broken ..... That's why I took one star off

    Diana
  • Rated 4 out of 5

    Great bowl

    I got this when my grandson was born and absolutely love it, I made sure to replace it before grandson #2 came.

    Keeke73
  • Rated 4 out of 5

    Good bowl

    We like this bowl and especially like that it's made of silicone rather than plastic. We haven't used it to steam anything but it works well as a bowl for baby's food.

    Parkerp
  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Steam bowl

    I love the steam bowl it was just what I needed to warm and defrost frozen baby food!

    yaritza pacheco
  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Super convenient and simplifies our cooking/meal prep process for our baby!

    Rachel
  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Amazing

    Making baby food for my five month old has never been easier.

    A.S.
  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Baby steam bowl

    This is such a great product!! I can steam raw or frozen veggies in this in no time and I love it!

    Sofia Ekladous
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Nice bowl

    It's easy to use and nice color to have! I love the feature that can steam food very easily!

    Allison
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    What an invention

    Really impressed. This bowl does work wonders. We are now steaming as easy as 1 2 3

    PKaja
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    It's soft and no odour!

    It's soft and no odour! I think it's safe,which is most important fo me.

    Ryan
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Excellent bowl for steam eggs

    I really like to cook steam eggs and this bowl is an excellent tool to use.

    Tom123
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    amazing

    I would definitely recommend amazing I love that it is non toxic and is easy to use

    Mommyz3
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great product

    I love this bowl! Convenient to use to heat up purées and easy to use as a baby bowl!

    Teddy mom
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Nice bowl to steam baby food

    It's great product to steam baby food. Easy to use, easy to clean. Loving it.

    Anie
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    It really helps.

    This particular bowl is very useful in preparation for baby food.

    Joy
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Nice

    I love This because it portable and useful for a trip

    Oy123
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Great for baby

    This product makes feeding time so much easier. It's inovatuve and uniquely crafted.

    Ronibing

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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