Traditional baby spoons are difficult for learners. You know it. We know it. Babies definitely know it! That’s because traditional baby spoons are designed for kids with more advanced skills.
The NumNum® Pre-Spoon GOOtensil was the first in a new category of starter spoons created for babies who haven’t developed wrist rotation yet, a major motor skill that sets in around a child’s second birthday. The innovative flat design has won multiple awards, but more importantly it has won over the hearts of babies and parents worldwide. It was a good start.
When it’s too soon to spoon, it’s the perfect time for NumNum®
Designed for use with purees and other food blends, a NumNum GOOtensil™ is a pre-spoon that makes self-feeding easier for little ones just starting utensils. Unlike a spoon, the head is flat, so there's no scooping, no balancing, and no wrong way to hold it!
When to use
To safely use a utensil, a child must be able to sit unassisted and hold their head up. After which, experts recommend introducing a utensil when the child expresses an interest. This can happen as early as 6 months, but most kids are truly ready to tackle utensils somewhere between 10 and 14 months.
Ideal foods
GOOtensils can be used with a range of foods, including baby food, home blends, oatmeal, yogurt, mashed solids and more. We share recipes on our social media often!
How to use
Introduce stage one pre-spoon (with raised textures) first so child can soothe their sore gums as they are getting acclimated to holding the utensil. Once the child has learned the basic food-to-mouth motion, the stage two pre-spoon, which holds more food, can be used interchangeably for thicker foods.
When to transition to a spoon
Most children get wrist rotation around their second birthday. Wrist rotation unlocks scooping and balancing, allowing the child to properly use a spoon. Some signs that wrist rotation has set in include scooping around the corners of the bowl and successfully maneuvering the spoon to the mouth with more food. If these signs are present, congratulations, your child is ready to graduate to the spoon!
Set Includes:
Stage One & Stage Two Pre-Spoons.
Pre-Spoon GOOtensil Features:
- Stage One pre-spoon with dimples grabs just enough food
- Textured surface soothes sore gums
- Thicker handle designed to comfortably and securely fit a child’s hand
- Flat design is easier to use than a spoon because there’s no wrong way to hold it
- Stage Two pre-spoon with channels captures and holds food
- Dishwasher safe
Our Online Era Pick Up & Delivery Policy
We will be reopening in College Heights Summer 2024! In the meanwhile, we want to make shopping quick and easy with options designed to suit whatever stage of shopping you’re at.
- Standard Delivery - Free on Orders over $50 for up to 20km and $5 on orders under $50.
- Standard delivery dates will be Mondays & Thursdays
- ASAP Delivery - Because sometimes life happens - Free on Orders over $50 within City Limits, $10 on orders less than $50. Orders will be processed within 24 hours. From time to time, this will not be available.
Pickup will be regularly available in the Ginters neighborhood, where I live just off Ospika. If you need to make an exchange or speciality requests - please visit our calendar to schedule that in. Can’t find a time that works? Email us.
Pick ups will generally be available within 12 hours. Please call or text the shop, if you need it as soon as possible to confirm our availability, and we can often meet your needs.
10-20km from Ginters? We may opt to pop your order in the mail instead of traveling to you. You’ll order will ship for free as per our delivery standards. If you really need it delivered instead of in the mail - please let us know at checkout or by sending us a message via email or text.Shipping Rates (Within Canada):
- Orders over $125: Free shipping (excluding oversize items).
- Orders $50-$124.99: Varying shipping rates.
- Orders under $50: $12.95-$14.95 CAD.
Shipping Rates (Within Canada - by Province):
- BC or YT: $8.95
- Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba: $9.95
- Ontario, Quebec: $11.95
- Other provinces/territories: $12.95-$15.95
packaging:
- Repurposed packaging to reduce costs and environmental impact.
- Specific packaging requests can be accommodated by contacting us.
Shipping Methods:
- Standard shipping via Canada Post; courier may be used if more suitable.
- Orders shipped promptly within 2-3 hours during business hours.
- Delivery time: 4-10 days; expedited shipping available at checkout.
Additional Notes:
- Not responsible for delays due to severe weather, natural disasters, or strikes.
- For special requests, quicker delivery, or assistance, contact us via email or social media.