" Personalized from the first spoonful to the plate "
When the baby's porridge no longer ends up in the mouth, but spreads across the floor, then another exciting chapter begins for you as parents. Your little one no longer simply accepts feeding, but wants to actively participate. You will have little success with conventional cutlery. Age-appropriate children's cutlery and tableware is therefore highly recommended. This is made special by chic motifs, bright colors and a personal touch such as the child's own name.
What are the advantages of children's tableware?
Imagine putting a heavy stainless steel spoon in your baby's hand. On the one hand, it would be unpleasantly cool and on the other hand, a baby just a few months old would not be able to hold such a spoon properly. Sweet children's tableware is not only visually superior to classic tableware, but also because of its special shape.
When it comes to children's cutlery in particular, you will see that the fork, spoon and knife have a special shape. All items are specially shaped so that they fit much better in the small hand. It is much more robust than porcelain tableware, for example.
The plates are also slightly smaller, which has its advantages due to the smaller portions. This is because the porridge does not get cold too quickly. You will also often find that children's tableware can fly. However, high-quality items do not mind the occasional crash. Only the carpet is likely to suffer.
But what makes this plastic so popular for children's tableware?
First and foremost, it is its break resistance. Regardless of whether the cup or the plate falls to the floor, they will not break. The material is also light-resistant. This means that the colors will not fade. Even after several washes in the dishwasher, the tableware still looks like new.
The material is also lightweight, making it ideal for small children to handle. Sooner or later the time will come when the child will want to pick up their own plate and carry it to the table.
When should you start complementary feeding?
As is so often the case, such an important question can only be answered with good advice to help you as parents: every baby develops individually, so you as parents usually make a good decision based on your gut feeling. In the first three to four months, the baby is very well cared for through breastfeeding or bottle feeding.
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Towards the end of the fourth month and at the latest at the beginning of the seventh month, it is time for the first so-called complementary food. This means that in addition to breast milk or bottle milk, your baby will now be given their first porridge. This is because milk alone will no longer fill him up.
Start with a mild vegetable porridge. Carrots have been tried and tested for generations and are still considered the ideal starter porridge for babies today. You can gradually add potatoes, parsnips or meat to the ingredients.
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It doesn't matter whether you prepare the porridge fresh or use ready-made jars. It is important that you do not offer too many different flavors at the beginning. After all, your baby needs to get used to them first. In addition to vegetable porridge, gradually introduce cereal porridge, preferably in the evening. You will also find out what your baby's preferences are over the coming weeks.
In general, avoid additional flavor enhancers and sugar. The same applies to drinking. Always offer your baby unsweetened tea or fruit juices. This will get your child used to a natural taste right from the start.
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Tip: As soon as your baby can grasp and hold a spoon well, give them the chance to try it for themselves. The same applies to the cup. It is the biggest thing for your baby and important to try it out.
Cute motifs and names
Children discover something new and exciting every day. Why should eating be any different? With the right children's tableware, daily mealtimes won't be a struggle, but an experience that your child can look forward to.
With beautiful, childlike motifs on the tableware, exciting stories can also be told during the meal. You can even add a personal touch. Children's tableware printed with their name, for example, creates a direct link to your little one.
Children's tableware with names is a hot gift tip
Your baby won't want to watch you bring the spoon to their mouth forever. Sooner or later, little world conquerors will have a mind of their own. Another developmental step that will make your little diaper wearer a little more independent is their own children's tableware.
Older children are also fascinated by tableware that is simply more beautiful than that of adults. It may be decorated with an animal motif or even bear the child's name. You are sure to find the perfect gift for the next birth, christening or children's birthday with this idea.