21
Feb

BPA Free Plates, Cups, and Utensils for Kids

Posted by Tiffany at 5:01 pm in Children, Healthy Eating, Natural Product Reviews.

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When I released my reports on BPA free sippy cups I had a large number of moms ask about regular cups (non sippy) as well as plates, bowls, and utensils. I can certainly understand why any parent would hesitate to give a toddler or young child a glass or ceramic cup and plate so of course it is important to highlight BPA free options for plates, cups, and utensils. Fortunately there are quite a few options! They are stylish and non-toxic. I have highlighted most of the ones I know of. If you have a lead on others…just let me know.

The ThinkBaby Feeding Set - This is a set of stainless steel feeding products covered in safe plastic. It contains a cup, two bowls, a bento box, lids, and utensils.  They are free of BPA, PVC, phthalates, lead, and melamine. It is a big hit in our home! Read our personal review of it here.

Boon Products - This company offers several BPA free products that parents will love. If you recall we just reviewed their Fluid Sippy Cup in our second report on safe sippy cups. It is a pretty snazzy looking cup. They also have plates, utensils, and feeding cups that are all equally snazzy.

The Catchbowl - Boon just can’t do anything ordinary it seems. This groovy shaped bowl works better than a bib and funnels runaway food back into the bowl rather than on the floor. A suction cup base keeps bowl securely in place. This is a good bowl for newbies to table food and the process of feeding themselves.

The Groovy - This is an interlocking plate and bowl set and a fun way to serve meals in a customizable configuration. This set includes a toddler-sized plate with two separate compartments plus two small bowls that attach to the edge of the plate in several different positions. 

The Snackball- This is a sphere-shaped snack container. Sooo much better than a plastic baggy or a toxic plastic container. The rigid form protects snacks from being crushed, making the Snack Ball great for travel. The two halves unscrew for easy cleaning and the lid snaps in place to keep snacks inside. Dishwasher safe.

Modware - True to their orange and blue theme these utensils are pretty cool looking. These are for toddlers that have mastered the Benders (below) and are not ready to move on to adult tableware. They too are soft with no sharp edges and they have an ergonomic design. Dishwasher safe.

Benders - They help children transition to regular utensils and develop motor skills with their sharp angles and easy grip handles. They are dishwasher safe.

camden rose bowlCamden Rose Wooden Bowl and Spoon- Woot! Our top pick! What could be more natural than wood. This set is solid Cherrywood hand-rubbed with a non-toxic Beeswax polish. It inherits the natural markings of the parent tree’s grain pattern. They are handcrafted by an Amish Co-op and are perfectly functional and ready to serve. They should be handwashed. 

 

Laptop Lunchboxes - I have mentioned this lunchbox system many times but never in reference to being being BPA free so there is yet another reason to buy this awesome lunchbox! Read my review of it here.

Mini-Me Bamboo Bowls from Bambu - Hand coiled bamboo bowls. The outsides of the bowls are painted in several lovely colors. They also have bamboo flatware and plates.

Silicone Bowls - Silicone is BPA free and kid friendly. These bowls are so squishable and compact you can take them anywhere too.

Ikea Rainbow Tumblers- These are some very pretty, simple, and affordable cups from Ikea. They are made of Polypropylene making them BPA free and they are stackable and dishwasher safe.

The Dombo - Decor Craft  produces this two-handled cup. It is another unique design indombo cupchildren’s dinnerware. I have seen them in yellow, purple, and blue. This cup is very easy to grab and hold onto, with oversized “ears” on each side that make it as whimsical as it is practical. It’s non-breakable and dishwasher safe.

Baby Cie Tray Sets - Very cute! You can get a plain tray or one with cup, bowl, and utensils. There are many designs too like their Jungle set and their farm set. It has French words in the tray areas designed to keep food separate so baby can learn french while they eat, LOL. They are very durable and dishwasher safe.

trebimbi setTrebimbi Puppets Club 6-pc. Dining Set- This set includes knife, fork, spoon, egg cup/condiment holder, bowl and mug. It has a Stainless steel body with plastic handle for the best of both worlds. Set of 3 utensils snap together for easy storage; dishwasher safe. For ages 2–6 yrs. I have seen pink, blue, and orange. What is so fun about these is that they have little smiley faces like little puppet people….too adorable!

Sassy Baby - Sassy also has several BPA free options for tableware.

Sassy Stackable Feeding Plates - This set contains two divided plates, two standard plates and two snap-on lids in a rainbow of colors. 

Sassy Insulated Feeding Pots with Spoon  - This set has two insulated feeding pots that keep food cold or warm longer. Perfect for babies! They are dishwasher safe too.

Sassy Baby Less Mess Toddler Spoons - Cute spoons! The holes in spoon are to keep food on spoon longer and the soft grip handle allows child easier grip. They are dishwasher safe and come in multiple colors. See also the Toddler feeding spoons

Sassy Baby Less Mess Toddler Bowl - Comes with a suction base and storage lid and a uniquely shaped bowl to make it easier to guide food onto spoon. Dishwasher safe and comes in multiple colors.

On the Go Feeding Set - This is a baby Bento! Ya’ll know how much I love these. It is a 9 piece set with a large sectioned bowl with lid, three removable dishes with lids, and a toddler feeding spoon.

bjorn plateBaby Bjorn Plate & Spoon Set -These really are adorable. The shape of the plate kind of reminds me of Mickey Mouse and the utensils have little eyes. Very cute. They are designed to help children eat by themselves at an early stage and the three-leaf clover shape makes it easier for the child to scoop up food with his or her spoon and hold on to the plate. A rubber base prevents the plate from sliding

Stainless Steel Dish Sets - I often prefer stainless steel for drink cups so I was happy to find a complete stainless steel alternative to plastic. You cannot microwave these or put them in the dishwasher though so they aren’t for everyone.

I hope you enjoy this information!


113 Responses to “BPA Free Plates, Cups, and Utensils for Kids”

  1. dawn says:

    Are all the sassy products BPA free?

  2. Kelly says:

    If you are looking for a BPA-free no spill snack cup for toddlers you HAVE to check out the Munchie Mug. It is a brand new product that is made in California…not China!! Thw whole thing is made of BPA-free polypropylene and only FDA Food-grade compliant materials. It really is nearly impossible to spill and goes right in the dishwasher. Not more squished snacks either with its rigid cup design. Also, if you have leftovers you out the additonal lid on it and put it in the cupboard and snacks stay fresh, no more waste! You can only buy the Munchie Mug online but it is well worth every penny. The back seat of your car will thank you!!!! It really provides their promise of “One Less Mess.”

  3. Ruth says:

    Hello

    Thanks for the info. I know you posted it a while ago, but it’s still great stuff and I have shared your link on my blog :-)

    There are so few of these things actually available in Australia, so we have to get a lot of it shipped in if we want it.

    Ruth xx
    http://www.sugarfishblog.blogspot.com

  4. [...] has quickly become one of my favorite companies for kids products. Their BPA free bowls and utensils for kids rock, they have an awesome potty bench that we are using, and the design is modern yet [...]

  5. Anne Shmelkes says:

    Thanks so much for the baby utensils post! Great help! Someone above posted about safe hand sanitizers– our favorite is Clean George, its like a lotion. I tried Clean Well and found out they actually have alcohol in their product. Also found a company called Speeces for baby clothes, very cool. I’m a shopping fool tonight!

  6. Selina says:

    Thanks so much for your article - very helpful!

    Just wondering if you had any idea if the take and toss range is BPA free (in particular the Take and toss 28 piece variety pack)? On various websites, it states that the item is BPA free, however, the packaging does not say this.

    Thanks again!

  7. Tiffany says:

    Selina,

    I do not personally know about the First Year’s Take and Toss. The sites I saw did not mention the specific plastic type and # that is used. It would be helpful to know that… otherwise you are just taking their word.

  8. aly says:

    Hi, Thanks for the great info. in your article. Could you recommend any BPA-free open cups for toddlers? Thanks.

  9. laura says:

    the boon bowl you recommend is awful. my 10 month old was able to pull off the suction almost immediately. a total waste of $10.

  10. elley says:

    Dear Friend,
    I am working with thousands of other parents and families to make children safer by eliminating the toxic chemical BPA in bottles and other containers children use. I thought you might be interested, too. BPA has been linked to many chronic diseases and disorders— and fetuses, babies, and children are especially vulnerable.
    Even though there’s been a lot of media attention about toxic chemicals in kids products over the last year, toxic chemicals like bisphenol-A (BPA) are still found in product that kids use every day like baby bottles, sports water bottles, the lining of formula cans, and sippy cups.
    This is a significant problem because more than 200 studies have linked BPA exposures at very low doses to breast and prostate cancer, obesity, diabetes, altered development of the brain and immune systems, lowered sperm counts and early puberty. Growing children are also especially at risk from BPA because they have smaller bodies. In fact, BPA is so toxic that even very small amounts have been shown to cross the placenta and impact prenatal development.
    Together we can change this! Urge Congress to pass the Ban Poisonous Additives Act, which will prohibit the sale of food and beverage containers that contain BPA.
    Click here to learn more about this legislation.
    http://momsrisingaction.org/campaign.jsp?campaign_KEY=27254
    Thank you!

  11. elley says:

    dandelionforbaby.com

    Has plates, bowls, forks and spoons made of corn plastic! so cool. They have organic, earth friendly toys also.

  12. ALI says:

    can you please advise how i can take all of things

  13. Christi says:

    -did not mention the specific plastic type and # that is used. It would be helpful to know that… otherwise you are just taking their -

    what is the specific plastic type and # that we should all be looking for?

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