When looking for reusable food pouches for baby food, pay attention to the materials, sizes, and how easy they are to clean (since they’re only reusable if they’re convenient to clean). We carefully reviewed reusable pouches from the top brands with these features in mind. Here, the best reusable baby food pouches: The Simple Modern Reusable Food Pouch is our top choice because it has numerous options within an affordable and readily accessible pack of 10 products. Each pouch is free of BPA, lead, PVC, and phthalate. Plus, they come in two sizes—5 ounces and 7 ounces—which is great for your growing kids. Not to mention, they come in five kid-oriented designs and patterns, including a whole Mickey and Minnie Mouse line. The Simple Modern pouch is easy to fill and seal with a double-lined zipper that ensures no leaks. Also, Simple Modern products are both freezer and dishwasher safe, needing only a quick rinse of the zipper seal and top spout with warm water before sanitizing on the top rack of the dishwasher. And if you’re looking for even more safety for your child, the pouches are BPA, PVC, lead and phthalate free. Price at time of publication: $10 There is one standard size for the Kidzzo pouches (6 ounces), and each pouch comes with an attached spoon. Unique features of the product include a top-loading double seal, a base that allows the pouch to stand on its own, as well as a clear lining to write dates and remind you what the contents of the pouch include. The Kiddzo pouches are certainly reusable, however, given their affordability, it would be appropriate to dispose of them while traveling. Price at time of publication: $20 Pampered Chef’s silicone pouch is BPA-free and CPSC-safe. The pouch is entirely clear, so you won’t have any issues remembering which recipe was in which pouch. Unlike other products on this list, the lid is attached to each bottle with a hinge, so you don’t have to worry about losing pieces or potential choking hazards. The opening itself is actually quite wide, which makes filling the pouch easy without needing a funnel. Like many of these products, it is dishwasher safe. Each order comes in a pack of two pouches, each 4 ounces in size. Ensuring that your reusable pouch has dishwasher-safe materials is very important. Putting non-safe materials in the dishwasher can create potential toxic materials that are not safe for consumption. So why did WeeSprout make the list for best dishwasher-safe food pouch? It has an extra-wide base with a dual zipper closure (to prevent leakage). The wider the base, the easier it is to spread out in the dishwasher to allow for the best clean. The WeeSprout base is also entirely clear. This is very helpful for cleaning and sanitation, allowing you to really make sure you’ve gotten the pouch all-clear for its next use. It is free of BPA, lead, PVC, and phthalate. It comes in a variety of sizes, including 3.4 ounces, 5 ounces, and 7 ounces. Price at time of publication: $17 Squooshi comes in two sizes: 3.5 ounces and 6 ounces. Like many of the products we have reviewed, they are dishwasher and freezer safe. The pouches are also free of BPA, lead, PVC, and phthalate. And don’t worry, the base also contains a double zipper seal. Price at time of publication: $10 Each set of pouches comes with a funnel for mess-free and precise filling. The closure is on the side rather than the bottom, allowing for a wider opening. They only come in one size, 7 ounces, but are BPA, phthalate, and lead-free. Price at time of publication: $11 This dishwasher and freezer-safe pouch is perfect for on-the-go families. It comes with a no-spill insert and is available in multiple sizes, including 3.5 ounces, 6 ounces, and 16 ounces, which is perfect for your growing toddlers. It has a hard cap lid attached to the pouch, which hopefully means one less lid to find in the back seat of your car. Price at time of publication: $15
Size:
Be cautious of the sizes you are purchasing to ensure you give your little one proper portion sizes. With ranges from 3.5 to 16 ounces, it can be easy to over or underfeed. Consider how much your child eats in one sitting, and what you plan to offer in the pouch.
What Experts Say
“Homemade baby food is a natural source of nutrition and a wonderful option for your kids if it is available to you and your family.” —Donielle Jolly, RN at Nemours/A.I duPont Hospital for Children
Why Trust Verywell Family?
Feeding our children is personal, and with the abundance of products on the market, it can also be overwhelming. Lauren’s job is to help parents and children make the best dietary choices for their families. To write this article, Lauren Cohen, MS, RD consulted with trusted peers in the pediatric healthcare system and referenced multiple studies and papers. She looked to the AAP for infant and toddler feeding recommendations.
