#asktheexperts how to make a1 yr old to use cup to drink milk?

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy1 Year ago

A. Transitioning a one-year-old baby from a bottle to a cup can take some time and patience, but here are some tips to help encourage them to drink milk from a cup: 1. **Introduce the Cup Gradually**: Start by offering the cup with milk during meal times or snack times alongside their usual bottle. Let your baby explore the cup and get familiar with it. 2. **Choose the Right Cup**: Opt for a small, lightweight cup with handles that is easy for your baby to hold. Look for cups with soft spouts or silicone lids that mimic the feel of a bottle nipple. 3. **Offer Milk in a Familiar Environment**: Try offering the cup in a familiar and comfortable environment, such as at the high chair or during playtime. 4. **Make it Fun**: Encourage your baby to drink from the cup by making it a fun and positive experience. Use colorful cups or ones with their favorite characters, and praise them when they try to drink from it. 5. **Lead by Example**: Let your baby see you drinking from a cup and offer them sips from your cup to show them how it's done. 6. **Be Patient**: It may take time for your baby to get used to drinking from a cup, so be patient and offer gentle encouragement without forcing them. 7. **Offer Variety**: Experiment with different temperatures of milk (warm or cold) and try adding a little flavor, such as a small amount of fruit juice, to make it more appealing. 8. **Stay Consistent**: Once your baby starts showing interest in the cup, try to be consistent with offering it regularly to help them get used to it. Remember that every baby is different, so it's okay if it takes some time for your baby to transition to drinking milk from a cup. Stay positive and patient, and eventually, they will get the hang of it.