Silicone Chewtensils for Teething Babies
By Bumkins | Published: 2026-10-21
Category: Product Reviews
Discover how Bumkins Silicone Chewtensils help teething babies self-feed safely. Learn symptoms, causes, and corrective steps for introducing utensils.
Quick answer
If your baby is teething and ready to start self-feeding, Bumkins Silicone Chewtensils provide a safe, gentle option that soothes gums while teaching utensil use.
Why teething makes self-feeding tricky
Teething babies often reject traditional metal or hard plastic utensils because the pressure on sore gums causes discomfort. This can make mealtime frustrating for both parent and child.
Soft silicone utensils, like the Chewtensils line, are designed to be chewed on without damaging gums or teeth, turning a potential struggle into a positive sensory experience.
Diagnosis: Is your baby ready for Chewtensils?
- Symptom: Your baby chews on your fingers, teething toys, or the edge of the high chair tray during meals.
- Likely cause: Teething discomfort and the natural urge to explore objects orally. Your baby may also be showing readiness for self-feeding by reaching for your spoon.
- Corrective action: Offer a Bumkins Silicone Chewtensil (spoon or fork) dipped in a puréed food. Let your baby hold, chew, and explore it. The sensory bumps on the spoon back will massage sore gums while your baby learns to bring the utensil to their mouth. If your baby consistently drops the utensil or shows no interest after several tries, they may not be ready for Stage 1 self-feeding yet. Wait a week and try again.
- Alternative option: If your baby is older (12+ months) and eating solid foods, consider the Bumkins Spoon + Fork Set with stainless steel heads. These are designed for toddlers who need more durability and concave heads to keep food on the utensil. The stainless steel set is not intended for teething relief—use it only after your baby has stopped chewing on utensils.
Product facts
- Silicone Chewtensils®: Lavender: Made from soft, textured silicone that’s easy to grip and gentle on tender gums, with bendable heads for safety. The bendable head and soft texture reduce the risk of injury if your baby chews or thrusts the utensil, making it ideal for early self-feeding attempts.
Silicone Chewtensils®: Lavender - Silicone Chewtensils®: Blue Jelly: Both the spoon and fork are made from 100% food-safe platinum silicone with sensory bumps on the back of the spoon head to stimulate gums. The sensory bumps provide gentle gum massage during teething, offering relief while your baby practices holding and dipping a utensil.
Silicone Chewtensils®: Blue Jelly
