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Follow momify for more baby and parenting tips Why experts do not recommend fruit nibblers/fruit-feeder teethers 1. They encourage prolonged sucking, not chewing Babies end up sucking for long periods instead of chewing. This keeps teeth soaked in fruit sugar and acid, increasing the risk of early cavities. It also does not help develop jaw strength or proper chewing skills. 2. They reduce real sensory food experience Babies learn to eat by touching, feeling, and exploring food textures. Fruit feeders block this — the baby only gets juice, not the true texture — slowing the development of normal eating skills. 3. Fibre does not reach the baby — only sugary juice Inside the feeder, the mesh filters out the pulp. The baby mainly gets the sweet juice, not the fibre-rich part of the fruit. So nutritionally it becomes closer to giving fruit juice, which is not recommended for babies. 4. They do not support jaw and oral muscle development With a feeder, babies mostly suck instead of chewing. Chewing real food is what strengthens tongue, jaw, and oral muscles needed for speech and proper eating. 5. Increased sugar exposure to teeth Continuous sucking means teeth stay exposed to fruit sugars and acids for long stretches. This is a major reason dentists don’t prefer these feeders. 6. They are not necessary for safe eating Soft fruits and age-appropriate finger foods can be introduced safely without a feeder. Experts say fruit nibblers should not replace normal eating. 7. Safety supervision is still required Feeders can wear out, break, or allow large pieces through. Babies must be supervised at all times.

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