SIP-TIP CUP

ARK’s Sip-Tip® makes drinking easier for individuals with difficulties generating and maintaining suction. The set includes:

• 1 240mls tumbler
• 1 spill-resistant lid
• 10 one-way straws
• 1 Lip Blok.

The One-Way Straws have a unique valve built into the bottom of the straw that controls the flow of liquid – fluid flows up into the straw, but does not empty back into the cup.  Because fluid stays at the top of the straw, less air is ingested and less effort is required for each sip (notice the juice staying at the top of the straw in the picture).  An individual can suck from the straw, or can be helped by “pumping” the fluid up the straw with the flexible lid. Simply cover the vent hole with your finger and press down several times until the liquid reaches the desired height.  With the Sip-Tip, users tend to experience less coughing and choking while consuming more fluids.

The Sip-Tip® is similar to the Cip-Kup and Bear Bottle in function, but with a more mature and discrete design geared towards teenagers through to adults.  The lid snaps on securely to minimise spillage, and the rigid, high-quality tumbler has graduated marks on its side to monitor fluid intake.  The Lip Blok® prevents individuals from biting on the straw or putting it too far into their mouths, and can also help decrease tongue protrusion and promote correct tongue and lip positioning.

Features:

• Specifically designed to assist individuals with oral motor and straw drinking difficulties
• Proven to reduce coughing, choking, and aspiration
• Increases hydration while being convenient and discreet
• Eases the transition from bottle-feeding to cup drinking
• Controls the flow of fluid with a removable, reusable, adjustable valve
• Includes graduated marks on the side of the cup to monitor fluid intake
• Includes a secure lid to minimize spillage
• Promotes tongue retraction and corrects lip/tongue positioning when used with the Lip Blok
• Offers the option to help fluid up the straw by pumping the flexible lid
• No BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latex
• All parts are dishwasher-safe and available separately.
• Holds 240mls fluid and measures approximately 12cm tall with a 5cm diameter at the base and 8cm diameter at the top
• Not recommended for carbonated beverages
• Recommended for thin  and nectar consistency liquids (water, milk, juice without pulp, etc).
• Honey consistency is a bit harder to suck through the straw, but it does work.