ARDO EasyCup infant feeding cup (3)

BPA-free polypropylene feeding cup

Cup feeding is an alternative to breastfeeding.

It is, for example, suitable for babies who have problems with sucking, and latching-on after birth. It is also suitable for babies with cleft lip and palate, and for weak, sick or premature babies.

Care must be taken with cup feeding. We strongly recommend that parents seek the support of their preferred health professional before attempting to cup feed baby.

Features

Graduated scale
Semi-transparent
Lid (lid colour may vary)

Further benefits of infant cup feeding

Cup feeding still allows for bonding - sit baby upright by your naked breasts so that he can smell you.
Helps to improve the muscles in the mouth and movement of the tongue.
Cup feeding can help prevent nipple confusion and is often used as a top up.
Useful in trying to get breast feeding established.
Research suggests that if a baby has good oral experiences early in life, then weaning is more successful.

Guidelines for cup feeding

The following text is not a substitute for your health professional's advice and support

It is best to avoid introducing cup feeding at a time when your baby is extremely hungry or over-tired.
Your baby should be wide awake and sat upright on your lap. Have plenty of bibs/muslin squares available as this is very messy! Make sure you are relaxed and feel comfortable. This time should be peaceful and relaxing for you both.
With your hand, support and control your baby’s head. Swaddling can help, but be careful that your baby doesn’t overheat.
Half fill the sterile special baby feeding cup.
Keeping the cup in contact with your baby's lower lip, gently tilt the cup so that a little milk enters his mouth. Keep the cup in this position.
Let your baby sip/lap at his own pace. Make sure baby is upright at all times.
Be patient and let your baby ‘tell’ you they have had enough.
NEVER EVER POUR THE MILK INTO YOUR BABY'S MOUTH.