14 Products We Love That Help With Feeding Kids

Don’t want your entire counter taken over by bottles, pump parts, pacifiers, and whatever else you’re currently hand-washing? Enter this space-saving drying rack that sits flush against the wall. With 13 pegs and a top basket and bottom tray, it accomplishes a lot while still leaving you plenty of space. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Your baby’s already putting everything in their mouth—help them learn how to use utensils with these “pre-spoons.” The silicone head easily sticks to soft foods and is easier to maneuver than a spoon (not to mention more fun to chew on), so if spoon-feeding isn’t your thing, let your little one try their own hand at eating yogurt, soup, mashed-up fruit, and more. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Aside from being completely adorable, this little, heavy-bottomed silicone cup is ideal for babies (4 months+) just getting used to open cups. It’s easy to hold, dishwasher-safe, and comes in seven cute colors. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Whether you’re making all your own baby food or just storing leftovers in baby-sized portions, these glass jars (with plastic lids) will come in handy. They’re freezer-, microwave-, and dishwasher-safe, so the only thing you have to worry about is what to put inside. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Use these to avoid germy tables—or avoid making those tables even dirtier with your kids’ various snacks and favorite foods. Just pack a bunch in your diaper bag, stick one on the table wherever you stop to eat, then peel it off and throw it away when you’re done. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

You may have received lots of fabric bibs as baby shower gifts, but one thing you don’t need with a baby is more laundry. Switch to these EVA and polyester bibs, which cover the whole upper body and can easily be wiped clean after use. Bonus features include a pocket to catch spilled food and elastic wristbands to minimize leaking onto sleeves (and subsequently, even more laundry). ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Let’s be real—any cup leaks if your kid tries hard enough. But for regular around-the-house use, or adventures beyond the house when you don’t want to risk losing the “good” water bottles, these cheap, dishwashable plastic straw cups are perfect. They’ll last a while, but can even be recycled in some locations. ($2.98/4-pack, Walmart)

Simple but useful. Most plates with suction don’t truly stick 100% of the time (these included), and it really depends on your high chair tray and how determined your toddler is to throw their dinner overboard. But these dishwashable, brightly colored plates should serve you well, even if they do get tossed over the side every now and then. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

When your little one is ready for some “real” metal silverware (that’s still short and easy to manipulate), get a set of these spoons, forks, and knives. It may take them some time to master spearing pieces of pasta or cutting their own food, but they’ll love the challenge of trying. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

If you need to change something up in your kids’ eating routine, or just want them to delight in playing with their food (while also eating it), novelty dinnerware can’t hurt. This set comes with a plastic plate and three construction-inspired utensils, and it’s all microwave- and dishwasher-safe. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Trying to make your family’s snack culture more sustainable? Stasher bags can help. Use them to transport your kids’ favorite bites—from puffs to pretzels and beyond—and throw them in the dishwasher for easy cleaning in between adventures. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

We recommend this one often, because it has the best qualities of a bento box and an insulated lunch box all in one. It works best for younger kids (because the portions it allows for aren’t huge), and it’s super easy to use: just pop the ice pack layer in the freezer the night before, and put the tray insert in the dishwasher at the end of the day. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Feeding Littles is one of our favorite Instagram accounts for kids’ nutrition advice. And their first cookbook (a collaboration with the writer behind Inspiralized) has tons of ideas for dishes the whole family—even babies just starting solids—will love. You’ll find 100 recipes, plus allergy modifications and plenty of wisdom on feeding the little ones in your life. Look out for their new cookbook (all about lunches) coming out this fall. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Sure, it’s exciting to watch your kid try some of your favorite foods…but how do you know how to cook, cut, or modify everything to make it infant-safe? This free app is an amazing resource, with information on more than 400 different foods you might be wondering about. It’s well-sourced, with expert input on everything from kids’ health and swallowing to allergies, and gives you concrete advice with helpful illustrations, too. (Free, App Store)