Nifty Feeding Cup - Single

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the benefits of Nifty Cup?
  The Nifty cup allows babies to drink breastmilk at a pace and flow that each individual infant establishes. This occurs because of the unique reservoir and flow channels that let infants lap the milk rather than have it poured down their throats.
• What is cup feeding and why is it needed?
  Cup feeding is a method that may be used as a temporary feeding option when: Babies are born prematurely and are not yet able to nurse. Babies are temporarily unable to breastfeed due to separation from mother. Babies are ill or have certain medical conditions. Babies are refusing the breast.
• Is Cup feeding better than bottle feeding?
  Cup feeding has no notable difference to bottles for average time per feed. Cups are safer than bottles. Bottle teats and screw tops trap germs that can get into the milk and make babies ill. Cups are easily cleaned with washing in hot soapy water, and do not need sterilizing like bottles.
• What are the disadvantages of cup feeding?
  There is a risk of aspiration or choking if cup feeding is not done correctly Feeds can take a long time There can be a lot of spilled and wasted milk compared with bottle feeding or tube feeding Long term cup feeding can dampen the sucking reflex or create a preference for the cup Not suitable for sleepy babies as there is a risk of choking.
• Is Nifty feeding cup reusable?
  Yes. Nifty feeding cup is reusable.