Spark Sensory Solutions Sippin' Bear Drinking Aid E10994 - Oral Motor Cup

The Spark Sensory Solutions Sippin' Bear Drinking Aid (SKU: E10994) is a beloved, therapist-trusted adaptive drinking cup designed to support infants, toddlers, and young children who are learning to drink from a straw or developing oral motor skills. With its friendly bear shape and gentle squeeze design, the Sippin' Bear makes straw drinking accessible for children with oral motor delay, autism spectrum disorder, and Down syndrome — without the hyperextension that traditional cups can cause.

A tried-and-true tool used by speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists for decades, the Sippin' Bear allows caregivers to control liquid flow with a gentle squeeze, helping children initiate sucking and master the suck-swallow-breathe sequence at their own pace. Whether used as a therapeutic training tool or an everyday drinking cup, the Sippin' Bear is the cutest, most effective way to build oral motor confidence in young children.

Key Features

• Gentle Squeeze Design: Allows caregivers to control liquid flow, helping children initiate sucking and practice the suck-swallow-breathe sequence
• 3 Bite-Resistant Straws Included: Strong, durable tubing that is difficult to crush, designed for children who bite or chew on straws
• BPA-Free & Latex-Free: Safe, non-toxic, allergy-conscious materials appropriate for infants and young children
• Hand Washable: Easy to clean and maintain for daily therapeutic and home use
• Eliminates Hyperextension: Straw drinking position promotes proper head and neck alignment during feeding
• Includes Cap: Comes with one cap for spill-free storage and transport
• Adorable Bear Design: Child-friendly appearance encourages engagement and reduces mealtime anxiety

Therapeutic Benefits

The Sippin' Bear is a staple tool in oral motor therapy programs for children with feeding difficulties, low oral tone, and speech delays. Speech-language pathologists use the squeeze cup to provide graded liquid flow during straw drinking training, allowing children to experience success while building the oral motor strength and coordination needed for independent drinking. For children with autism, Down syndrome, and oral motor delay, the Sippin' Bear provides a safe, controlled, and motivating way to develop essential feeding and communication-related oral motor skills.

Ideal For

• Infants, toddlers, and young children (ages 0–6) learning to drink from a straw
• Children with oral motor delay (OMD), autism (ASD), or Down syndrome (DS)
• Speech-language pathology and occupational therapy feeding programs
• Children with low oral tone, swallowing difficulties, or speech delays
• Home use by caregivers supporting children with feeding challenges

Specifications

• SKU: E10994
• Brand: Spark Sensory Solutions
• Height: 5.5"
• Diameter: 2"
• Capacity: 8 oz
• Includes: 3 bite-resistant straws and 1 cap
• Material: BPA-free, latex-free plastic
• Care: Hand wash only
• Shipping: Standard Shipping | In Stock
• Recommended Age: Infants (0–2), Toddlers (2–4), Early Childhood (4–6)

Please Note: For health and hygiene reasons, this product cannot be returned or exchanged once opened.