Safe Silicone
Silicone baby feeding sets have become a staple in many households, and for good reason. Comparing to other materials. they offer a multitude of benefits that make meal times safer, easier, and more eco-friendly. Let's delve deeper into these advantages:
Safety
When it comes to baby products, safety is paramount. Silicone, being a non-toxic material, stands out as an excellent choice for baby feeding sets. Unlike some plastic options, it does not contain harmful chemicals like BPA (Bisphenol A), PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), or phthalates, which have been linked to health risks.
In addition, Food Grade and FDA approved Silicone is inert and hypoallergenic, which means it's unlikely to cause allergic reactions or interact with food substances. It's also resistant to bacteria, mould, and fungus, reducing the risk of your baby ingesting harmful microbes. By choosing the right silicone products, you're prioritizing your little one's health and wellbeing.
Durability
The resilience of silicone is another huge advantage. Unlike glass or ceramic, it doesn't break when dropped—an important feature when you have a baby learning to feed themselves. Silicone can withstand a broad range of temperatures, from freezing cold to boiling hot. This means you can store food in silicone containers in the freezer, heat it in the microwave, and serve it directly to your baby, all without needing to change containers. This durability extends the life of the feeding set, making it a cost-effective option in the long run.
Ease of Cleaning
Meal times with babies can be messy, but silicone baby feeding sets help make clean up a breeze. Thanks to its smooth, non-porous surface, food particles and bacteria don't stick to silicone. You can easily wipe them clean, wash with warm water or put them in the dishwasher.
Eco-Friendliness
Silicone baby feeding sets stand out for their remarkable durability and their eco-conscious nature. Unlike materials such as glass, ceramic, or even certain plastics, silicone is incredibly sturdy and resistant to wear and tear. It doesn't chip, break or peel, even with frequent use and cleaning, making it ideal for the demanding environment of a baby's mealtime.
This robustness means that a silicone feeding set can be used for years, and potentially even passed down to younger siblings, significantly reducing the need for replacement.
At the end of its life, a silicone baby feeding set doesn't have to contribute to landfill waste. Silicone is recyclable, although it does require specialized recycling facilities. When recycled properly, silicone doesn't release harmful chemicals into the environment, unlike some other materials.
In essence, by choosing a silicone baby feeding set, you're making a choice that's not only good for your baby and convenient for you, but also kinder to the environment. It's an investment that pays off in multiple ways over the years.
The benefits of using Silicone Baby Feeding Products are many but the question in many parent’s minds is the same: Is silicone safe for my child?
The answer is yes.
Food grade silicone is best and doesn't contain any phthalates, BPAs, BPS or any sort of plastic.
First of all- what is silicone?
Silicone, not to be confused with silicon ( a naturally occurring substance and the second most abundant element on Earth after oxygen) is a man made polymer created by adding carbon and/or oxygen to silicon.
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has approved food grade silicone as safe - meaning it will not react with other materials or release hazardous compounds when heated.
It is considered a “ food-safe substance” which is why it can now be found in numerous baby bottle nipples, plates, Sippy cups, baking dishes, kitchen utensils, mats and even toys.
The good news is that absolutely no siloxanes have been found to leach from silicone products that are not exposed to very high heat and fat, like baby nipples. Thus it is safe to use food grade silicone for place mats, drinks, and meals served to kids.
Used in this capacity it is a safe and convenient alternative to plastic.
Thanks to its flexibility, light weight, easy cleaning and hygienic and hypoallergenic properties (it has no open pores to harbour bacteria), it is especially convenient for snack containers, bibs, mats and protective sleeves.