Learning to drink from a cup is another exciting step toward independence.
Many parents wonder:
“When should my baby start using a sippy cup?”
Around the time complementary foods begin—often around 6 months—many babies can start practicing with a small cup. Some families use a sippy cup, while others choose an open cup or straw cup.
At first, don't expect perfection.
There may be spills.
Lots of them!
Tips for Getting Started
🥤 Start with small amounts.
👶 Let your baby explore the cup.
🤍 Help guide the cup when needed.
😊 Keep practice relaxed and positive.
🪑 Practice while your baby is sitting upright.
Breast milk or infant formula remains an important source of nutrition during the first year, so learning to use a cup is a gradual process rather than an overnight replacement for normal feedings.
Every baby develops differently, so follow your baby's readiness and ask your pediatrician if you have feeding concerns.
One day you're holding every bottle.
Before long, those tiny hands will proudly hold their own cup.
At BareBloom Babies, we believe independence begins with little opportunities to try.