This hybrid sippy cup/sports bottle from Nalgene is a great way for an older toddler to transition away from a sippy cup.  I bought one of these for my two year old, but it has been taken over by my nine year old.  She likes the way it looks, so I guess you don’t have to worry that an older child would be insulted if given one of these.  I’m thankful she uses it, because even as she gets older, she is still prone to spills here and there.

I find that this bottle is great for on the go.  The loop near the spout allows you to clip it to a backpack or diaper bag so you won’t lose it while out on an adventure.  As is always the case with Nalgene products, you don’t need to worry about smells or tastes being left behind, so you can fill it with whatever you like.

The bottle comes in either blue or pink, and can be purchased for $13.95 from dandelionbaby.com.

I like this picture. It looks like they’re holding something green from the good earth! These days moms are more aware of how their household and family products are manufactured, especially products that our children will be using. Even more so when it’s a baby product, like bottles.

I thought as long I sterilized them between feedings that I was doing the most for my child, but I could have been doing more. Green to Grow Baby Bottles are free of phthalates and bisphenol A (a suspected hormone-disrupting chemical used in polycarbonate plastic from which most baby bottles are made). They are also free of lead and PVC. Whew! How did we survive?

It’s a little scary but it’s important to know. The replaceable nipples are also made from non-toxic, heat-resistant medical grade silicone. Comes in Beginner (slow-flow), Intermediate (medium flow), and Expert (fast flow) speeds to choose from. Dishwasher safe. Price: $8.99 at cheekymonkey.com. Be safe.

We don’t even use a lot of bottles, but this is the second bottle dryer that has captured my attention in the last few months. Made by the innovators at Skip Hop, this drying rack is modern and stylish. I love the red version, which would fit in well with our kitchen decor.

The rack includes a handy bottle brush, and, more importantly, keeps everything well-organized. Things can get pretty crazy with an infant in the house, so I am all about anything that helps keep little pieces in the correct place, and minimizes the clutter in drawers and on counter tops.

The design of the Splash Bottle Dryer allows it to hold all the little pieces parts like bottle and sippy cup valves, nipples, straws, etc. These qualities also make it a perfect gift for a busy new mom or dad.

The Skip Hop Spash is 10″ wide x 11″ tall x 10″ deep–big enough to hold a lot, but compact enough that it won’t take up all your counter space. You can buy one for $28 at goores.com.

The Skip Hop Splash was also reviewed by the Baby Gear Review blog.

Worries over bisphenol A have put the spotlight on glass bottles, which have fallen out of widespread use in recent years.

In order to reduce the breaking-risks associated with glass, Wee Go introduced these ingenious bottles that are protected by an attractive sleeve. The sleeve shields the bottle from breaking and adds some color and fun to each feeding. Best of all, you can boil the bottles are put them in the dishwasher without ever removing the sleeve.

The bottles are available with a number of fun sleeve colors to choose from. Whether you are having a boy or girl, and whether your tastes or modern or traditional, you will find something appealing. Each 9 oz bottle costs $18. You can purchase one at gobabylife.com.

The BPA scare has affected more than just baby bottles, so many people (me included) are left scrambling to find alternatives for our toddlers and older children. One such product that I recently discovered is this bottle made by the Swiss company, SIGG. SIGG’s bottles are made of aluminum, and promise to be completely taste neutral—so drinks taste great.

Best of all, the company guarantees that there will be no leaching of any dangerous materials—which included BPA, BPB, and phthalates. The bottle also has a double seal to prevent leaks. Some, such as the “Bonne Nuit” model pictured here, even glow in the dark. Many other fun, child-friendly designs are available.

This size holds .3L. You can buy one for $15.95 at reusablebags.com. For an additional $5.95, you can purchase a Kids Grip accessory that transforms the bottle into a sippy cup that is easier for little hands to hold on to. With so many features, it’s no wonder that these Earth-friendly cups are catching on with celebrity parents like Madonna.

The Adiri bottle is the closest bottle to breastfeeding on the market and it’s safe. Adiri is 100% polycarbonate-free and bisphenol-A free. These bottles have a wonderful feature called the Fill, Twist and Feed system, so that anyone can quickly prepare a bottle quickly even with one hand.

The Adiri comes in three stages for three different flow rates with each stage holding 8 oz. of fluid. Bonus they are dishwasher safe! 1 Bottle Per Pack. Stage 1 - Ages 0-3 mos., Stage 2 - Ages 3-6 mos., and Stage 3 - Ages 6 mos. and up. Adiri can be found at Babies R’Us and retail for $12.99 per bottle.