What types of feeding furniture and supplies are available for infant and toddler classrooms?
This category includes high
chairs, feeding chairs, bibs, utensils, plates, bowls, and tumblers designed for infants and toddlers. Explore options including stainless steel flatware from
Excellerations, feeding chairs from
Jonti-Craft, and melamine tableware from Carlisle Food Service Products.
How do I choose the right feeding chair or high chair for my program?
Consider seat height, age range, and ease of cleaning. Products are available for newborns, infants, and toddlers, with seat heights ranging from five to fifteen inches. Look for feeding chairs with stain-resistant trays, durable construction, and easy sanitation. Jonti-Craft and Angeles offer chairs designed for daily use in center environments.
What materials are classroom feeding products made from?
Explore a variety of materials including stainless steel, melamine, SAN plastic, cotton, and bamboo. Stainless steel utensils from Excellerations are dishwasher safe and durable for institutional use. Melamine and SAN plastic tableware resists chipping and staining. Cotton bibs from Copper Pearl and Neat Solutions provide soft, absorbent options.
Are these feeding supplies safe for infants and toddlers?
Products in this category are designed with infant and toddler safety in mind, featuring BPA-free materials, dishwasher-safe construction, and age-appropriate sizing. Many items carry non-toxic certifications suitable for early childhood programs.
What package quantities are available for center purchasing?
Explore options including individual pieces, three-packs, eight-packs, ten-packs, twelve-packs, twenty-four-packs, and thirty-six-packs to match your enrollment and budget. Bulk quantities like Excellerations' thirty-six spoon sets and twelve-packs of bibs provide institutional value for centers. Family child care providers can choose smaller packs for mixed-age groups.
Can I find utensils and tableware sized for small hands?
Yes, this category includes appropriately sized forks, spoons, and baby utensils designed for infant and toddler grip. Excellerations offers stainless steel baby forks and spoons in shorter lengths for easier self-feeding. Melamine plates and bowls from Carlisle Food Service Products feature durable, child-friendly designs.
What types of bibs work best for group care settings?
Look for absorbent, easy-to-clean bibs available in bulk packs. Excellerations and Copper Pearl offer cotton bibs with snap closures in sets of four, eight, or twelve for efficient laundering. Terry cloth and bandana-style bibs are designed for feeding time and drooling.
