Nibler - what is it and how to use it? How to choose a nibbler, which nibbler is better?

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

The children's goods market pleases mothers with the appearance of an interesting and useful device for feeding small children. It was called "Nibbler". "What is it?" - you ask. The feeding accessory consists of a mesh, an ergonomic handle specially designed for small hands, and a ring that secures the pouch to the handle.

This is a simple, hygienically safe device, with which the baby learns to chew pieces of food. Mom can be completely calm about this. Chewing fruits and vegetables through a special strainer, the baby will never choke, and a secure fastening of the nibbler will not allow the child to pull the contents of the mesh out. It is used during the transition from breastfeeding to complementary foods, when it becomes necessary to teach the child to properly chew solid food.

Convenience and utility in one accessory

So, we learned the following about the nibbler: how the device works, and when it should be used. But in addition to purely practical benefits for mothers, this accessory teaches a lot to the baby. When chewing a nibbler, the child has an excellent traininggums, they improve blood circulation, which contributes to the development of a he althy dental system. It is also indispensable for teething, replacing ordinary teethers.

Nibler - what is it in terms of safety?

The mesh of the device is made of durable nylon, it is very easy to wash and wash (this must be done after each use), but it is not easy to tear and gnaw through. As it wears out, you can find replacement mesh containers on sale and replace the old ones with them. The retaining ring is snug enough to hold the mesh in place.

Such devices are made of impact-resistant food-grade plastic, so even if the baby throws the nibbler on the floor, it will not crack. You can wash the nets both by hand and in a washing machine or even a dishwasher.

Application Features

Here I would like to tell parents who are interested in nibbler, from what age it can be used, and for what products it is intended. As a rule, pieces of fruit and vegetables begin to be offered to the baby from 6 months. At an earlier age, you can put bread in a nibbler. What kind of product, the child often already knows, but the mesh will not let the crumbs through, so the baby will not choke.

First of all, give preference to those products that you have already given before, but in the form of mashed potatoes. It can be an apple, carrot, banana and other vegetables and fruits. During teething, you can offer your baby frozen or chilled berries, this will help to naturally relieve pain, swelling and removediscomfort.

Which nibbler to choose?

Even in the days of our great-grandmothers, the first analogues of these devices existed. Naturally, women made them on their own from fabric, gauze, bandage, and this invention was not called the term “nibbler”. How was it done? They put pre-chewed food into a piece of dense matter, tied it up and gave it to the baby.

In the modern world, the essence of such an interesting approach to the introduction of solid complementary foods has been preserved, but the form of the nibbler itself has undergone great changes. These devices differ not only in the shape of the handle, but also in the material from which the strainer is made. Models with a classic handle will be easy and comfortable for a child to hold. They usually have a rubberized or grooved non-slip surface.

The handle-ring, in addition to the development of a grasping reflex (which, by the way, is also facilitated by a nibbler with a straight handle), is convenient for attaching this accessory to a child's crib, on a child seat, stroller, and so on. Many models come with a protective cap that allows you to protect the mesh from contamination during storage or in case of accidental dropping on a dirty surface (floor, earth, grass).

Choose material

In addition to nylon, you can also see a silicone nibbler on sale. The material from which it is made does not cause allergies, has no taste and smell, and is easy to clean under running warm water. Thanks to these properties, the product has become quite popular, and many mothers have decided to purchasejust such a model. Nylon nets darken over time, and it is quite difficult for them to return to their original appearance. In this case, it is recommended to simply replace them. Silicone parts do not have this feature, but it will be more difficult to find a replacement.

If you want to get more practical information about the nibbler, you should carefully study the reviews of its various models. But, despite the convenience for parents, the decision on which nibbler is better to choose should be made based on the wishes of the baby. Do not forget that he should like this device first of all.

Subtleties when buying

Material and handle - this is not a complete list of features. You need to be able to select a nibbler and in accordance with the age of the child. How to do it right? Be sure to inspect the packaging and read the recommendations for use, ask the seller to show you the mesh size. If it is small and oblong, then it means that the nibbler (silicone or nylon) is intended for children under the age of 8-12 months.

For babies from one year old, the mesh container has a more round shape and a larger size, it has rather large holes. Of course, the recommended age is often indicated on the packaging, but in order to avoid trouble, we do not recommend blindly buying the device without considering it in more detail. Do not be too lazy before going to the cashier to find out where the nibbler is made, from what age it can be offered to a child.

Kids get the best

Pay attention to both the brand and the country of manufacture. Do not purchase products of little-known firms and Chinese companies. Ask yourself when buying a cheap nibbler: "What kind of quality will it be?" Can an accessory be truly safe and durable? If you doubt this, consider other options, albeit more expensive.

Today, 2-3 companies produce original products of this kind. The most expensive and highest quality nibblers are offered by Nuby. Similar goods, but in a more affordable price category, are in the assortment of the Russian company Mir Detstva, which specializes in the production of various children's goods.

Many parents pay attention to the availability of interchangeable nets. They can either be in a set with a nibbler or sold separately. When purchasing a spare set of nets, also look at what age it is intended for. But if you are buying a device for the first time and do not yet know how your child will react to it, do not rush to spend money on a set of accessories.

How to properly use and store the appliance?

How to use a nibbler? This accessory is extremely easy to use.

1. After you have bought the nibbler and brought it home, open the packaging and separate the device into separate parts.
2. Each part should be thoroughly washed in warm water with baby soap or special cleaners designed for children's dishes. It is not recommended to use any other solutions for these purposes!
3. Rinse the nibbler inunder running water, make sure there is no detergent left on it.
4. In addition, rinse all parts with clean boiled water. Nibbler is ready for use.
5. Cut pieces of fruit or vegetables, put them in the net and secure it to the handle with a ring.
6. After that, you can offer the nibbler to the child. He will be able to hold it on his own and nibble fruit like an adult!
7. After the contents of the mesh are over and the child stops chewing, take the nibbler.
8. Before you wash the device, it is recommended to completely disassemble it. Process each component, as already written above. The mesh and parts are dried and stored in the same way as other children's dishes.

Never leave a baby with a nibbler unattended! Juice or saliva can cause choking. Nibbler is not a toy! Do not give it to a child for recreational purposes.

So, we told in detail what a nibbler for feeding is, how to use it, and for what age kids will need it. This accessory has already firmly entered the everyday life of young mothers. Why? Using a nibbler, you leave yourself a little free time, and give your child the pleasure of getting to know the taste of natural products on their own.