When should baby give up the bottle?
⚡ Short answer: The recommended time for transitioning from bottle to cup is 12-15 months; start by moving meals to the cup, try a two-handled open cup, and use a 'cup-only in the kitchen' rule to make the transition easier.
Anonymous
15 aylık bebek annesi · Feeding
My baby is 15 months and still drinks milk from a bottle. When and how should we stop using bottles?
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At 15 months, moving away from the bottle is a good step for both dental and speech development. Pediatricians usually recommend the transition from bottle to cup during 12-15 months — waiting past 18 months increases the risk of cavities.
How you can do it:
- Start by keeping water or evening milk in the bottle, but give other meals from a cup to get her used to it.
- Try a wide-mouthed, two-handled open cup instead of a sippy cup — it works the mouth muscles better.
- Set a "cup-only in the kitchen" rule for a week or so, then say goodbye to the bottle.
You can make it playful: "Your bottle friend has grown up, now it's time to drink from a cup." If she struggles, take a break for a week or two and try again; every child's pace is different. If the difficulty lasts a couple weeks or your baby resists strongly, check with your pediatrician.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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