What To Look For When Buying A Kids Water Bottle?

By Admin,

With umpteen options out there in the market, even choosing something as basic as a water bottle for your kids can get confusing. For one, when it comes to kids, it should be easy to handle, not too heavy and not too flimsy.

 Why is a kid’s water bottle important?

It is very important to choose the right water bottle for your child because it is very essential to be hydrated at all times, be it at school or outdoors. After all, let’s not forget that water is the root of all life. Lack of water can cause dehydration and this can be dangerous for your growing child. It is vital to teach your child to regularly consume water and always pack a water bottle in his/her bag.

 Here is why a water bottle is a must in every kid’s bag:

 ●      Helps prevent dehydration

●      Helps fight tiredness

●      Helps quench thirst on-the-go

●      Gives a child access to clean water

 Here is What To Look For When Buying A Kids Water Bottle:

 1. Check if the water bottle is BPA-free

Of all the other factors, one of the most important things to consider is the fact that kid’s water bottles must be made out of safe material. BPA, expanded as Bisphenol A, is a type of chemical that is found in many plastic goods. It is still widely used and can be potentially dangerous for the health of your child.

2. Should be break-resistant

Do not give your child a glass water bottle. Not only is it extremely dangerous, but it can also be difficult to clean for you. Instead, choose materials that are durable like steel or copper.

3. Look for size & shape

When it comes to size, you cannot give your child a very heavy water bottle that is difficult to carry around. A kid’s water bottle needs to be light-weight, compact and should have the capacity to hold half to one liter of water. Similarly, the shape of the water bottle should be user-friendly, slender and easy to hold, even during activities like walking or running.

4. Watch out for a good nozzle

One of the other most important things to look for is a nozzle that comes with a leak-proof lock. Taking off the lid should not be a hassle and at the same time, it should not be too flimsy.

What Will Your Child Use The Bottle For?

Another important question to ask yourself is what your child will be using the water bottle for. This is because there are different types of water bottles for different purposes. For example, if you need a bottle for everyday use or school use, you can go for a simple steel bottle. On the other hand, if your child is going camping or doing some sports, you will need a leakproof and easy to carry bottle.

 What type of bottle should you choose?

 There are many options out there. Let us take a look at them one by one:

•        Hydro flask with kid-friendly sipper
•        Insulated bottles
•        Copper bottles
•        Steel bottles
•        Collapsable water bottles

 1. Hydro flask

 A hydro flask with a kids mouth will be a great choice if you have a child below 10 years of age. These are water bottle type flasks, are easy to drink from, and also keep the liquid either hot or cold.

 Key highlights:

 ●      Easy to sip for kids anywhere

●      Insulated for cold/hot water

●      Easy to wash and maintain

●      Comes with a carrying loop

●      Reusable and long-lasting

 Cons:

●      Only suitable for younger kids below the age of 10

●      Expensive

●      Needs to be hand washed in most cases

 2. Insulated bottles

 These bottles usually come with a stainless steel interior and a colored outer layer, which is usually sweat-proof and made for outdoor use. However, it has a twist-off lid that may be hard to open if you have a younger child.

 Key highlights:

 ●      Provides double insulation

●      Leak-proof and reusable

●      Easy to wash

 Cons:

 ●      The lid may be hard to open for kids

●      Outer layer may chip

●      Dents possible if the bottle falls down

 3. Copper bottles

 These types of water bottles are currently in trend and are considered the most eco-friendly and healthy. There are many health benefits of drinking in this type of water bottle.

 Key highlights:

 ●      Healthy option

●      Reusable and cost-effective

●      Easy to carry

 Cons:

 ●      Difficult to wash

●      Flimsy and may dent

●      May not last long if not well maintained

 4. Steel bottles

 Steel bottles come in various variants and are often highly durable and will last you a long time. They are much better than glass, which is prone to breakage and better than plastic bottles which may not be a very healthy choice for your child.

 5. Collapsable water bottles

 These types of bottles are the newest trend and they are extremely convenient if you are travelling and want something that will not take up to much space. All you have to do is roll them and put them away in your bag.

 Some Important Tips For Parents

 If you buy plastic bottles for the sake of convenience, here are some tips to always keep in mind:

 ●      Make sure you use a bottle that is BPA-free

●      Do not use a bottle that is made of very low-quality plastic

●      Do not fill hot or boiling water in plastic water bottles

●      Do not put the bottle in the microwave

 On the other hand, if you are looking to buy a steel water bottle, make sure that you do not purchase one that has a plastic lining on the inside. Though glass is also a very healthy material and does not pose any health hazards, it may be very difficult for kids to handle glass materials. Also, glass cannot be used if you want the fill the bottle with hot water.

 There are also other alternatives that you can explore like hydration bladders, hydration packs, etc. These types of hydration methods are however best suited when you are doing hiking, mountain biking or other types of extreme sporting activities.