The soft silicone straw is covered by an easy-to-use flip cap, designed to protect the straw from contamination when not in use. The beaker is perfect for travel and day trips! When your little one is ready to use the cup, simply flip the cap and sip from the No-Spillâ„¢ straw. Liquids pass through straw only when your child sips, preventing those nasty spillages! The cup is BPA free, so there are no nasties and is Dentist approved. This Flip-It Beaker features a soft silicone straw that is super-kind to your little one's gums and emerging teeth. Flip-up lid keeps the straw free from contamination when not in use Kind to your little one's gums and teeth BPA free and Dentist approved No-spill design is perfect for travel Suitable from 12-18 months