My youngest daughter just turned one, and we’ve been working on getting her to drink milk. We were thrilled to transition her off formula, but it wasn’t easy at first. The milk was cold, tasted different from the Enfamil she’d been used to for a year, and she didn’t drink nearly enough.
Friends recommended the FOOGO straw bottle, and it’s worked well for us.
The Foogo helps keep milk relatively cold, is leak-proof when the lid is closed, and teaches kids to use a straw. Madeline likes it so far, though she’s still not drinking all the milk she needs, so we keep using bottles too. The Foogo comes in pink and other designs; one similar model is the Foogo Phases 11 oz Leak-Proof Tritan Plastic Straw Bottle with Lid, Pink, which is affordable online.
There are also Foogo bottles with Disney characters like the Princesses, Mickey, and Minnie for older children, which can be a fun option if your child responds to characters.
If you want a good travel thermos for a one-year-old or toddler, this one is worth considering. It’s a solid $15 investment for convenience and spill control.
BPA-FREE BOTTLES
The BPA-free trend began after our first daughter, so back then we used standard plastic bottles like Avent and Dr. Brown’s, and we even tried Playtex Vent-Aire. As new parents we heated bottles often and sometimes carried a thermos of hot water to warm them while out. We also once tried a travel bottle warmer with a car charger that wrapped around the bottle — it turned out to be a waste of money.
With our second daughter, we avoided too much bottle warming by offering formula at room temperature, which made outings much simpler. For Madeline, we tried several options and mainly used AVENT BPA-FREE bottles. I like Avent because their bottles don’t have a lot of parts, which makes cleaning easier. Unfortunately, those bottles began leaking frequently — possibly from over-sterilizing and warping the plastic — and the leaks became a constant hassle. Now that she’s drinking milk, I need to either find a reliable bottle or fully transition her to sippy cups.
If you’re shopping for bottles, I recommend BornFree. I loved these and never experienced leaks with them.
Here’s a closer look at those bottles. They were reliable and easy to use.
If you’re on a budget, try Parent’s Choice bottles from Walmart — inexpensive and worth testing to see if your child accepts them.
Many parents also like the Playtex Drop-Ins system for its convenience and reduced cleanup:
- Pre-sterilized, disposable liners collapse as the baby feeds, preventing air from entering the milk.
- The system can help reduce gas, colic, and spitting up while supporting a natural feeding rhythm.
- Drop-Ins mimic natural sucking, swallowing, and breathing patterns similar to breastfeeding.
- After feeding, simply dispose of the liner — no bottle cleaning required.
- BPA-free design.
Whichever brand you choose, test a few nipple types to find one your baby prefers. Finding the right bottle or transition cup can make mealtime easier for both you and your child.