We’ve been trying to encourage Dexter to drink water throughout the day ever since he started weaning at 5.5 months. He’s not a huge fan but we’re not sure if it’s an aversion to water, or he can’t get his head around the array of cups we’ve been putting it in.

It’s true. We’ve tried so many starter cups I honestly don’t know who is more confused - Dexter or me? They just seem to have so many small and fiddly components that they’re constantly getting lost in the bottom of the washing-up bowl and I can’t work out which bit goes with which cup. They’ll all claim to be non-spill, easy-flow and ergonomically designed for chubby little fingers - yet they all look so dramatically different!

When we were asked to try the Munchkins Click Lock range, I jumped at the chance - I’m ever hopeful there is a cup out there that will suit Dex and pass the washing up test!

Here’s what Munchkin have to say about their new range:

The Click Lock™ range features ‘ click’ to lock technology providing a leak proof guarantee, so drop, throw or tip upside down, no liquid will come out. The cups could not be simpler to use, simply turn the lid until it ‘clicks’ in to place providing parents with an auditory reassurance that the cup is completely sealed.

Click Lock™ cups are available in an assortment of vibrant colours and styles including spill proof, trainer, straw, and flip straw. Because sometimes things in life just click!

What’s more, Munchkin’s undertook some serious research before designing the new Click Lock™ range and found that:

« 61% of mums surveyed admitted they could find improvements to their current cups, with non-spill and leak-proof being the most important features when looking for a cup. A staggering 92% of parents said they want a brand that offers innovative features. With Click Lock™ you simply twist and click the lid locked and it fully secures the cup to ensure a complete seal so no leakages can happen.

« Munchkin knows how important the spout design is when designing a cup, and 68% of mums said they need to buy more than one cup before they find one their child likes. The Click Lock™ spouts and straws are made from soft BPA free silicone, providing an easy flow of liquid

« Mums told us that the cup must be easy to hold, helping their child gain independence. The Click Lock™ range is lightweight and incorporates a very narrow waist, making them perfect for tiny hands

« In the Munchkin survey 37% of mums admitted how much a cup costs was a key point for them. The Munchkin Click Lock range compares favorably to many of the leading brands on the market and starts from £3.99

Time to put them to the test!

We selected the Click Lock Spill Proof Cup (10oz.) for Dexter as he’s already graduated from trainer cups. I also wanted a cup we could fill with enough pre-boiled water so it can last him the day so I could monitor just how much he taking onboard.

As with all new cups, we tried it first. I’ve learnt the hard way on that one and have been soaked through on more than one occasion where the spill proof mechanism hasn’t been inserted properly. I also like to see the kind of action that Dexter will need to perform in order to get the drink out (be it sucking or sipping).

I found that it required a stronger suck to get the water than I had expected. However, I could not fault the spill proof mechanism - not one drip spilt when I turned it upside down and shook it.

Despite the fact I found it tough to drink from, Dexter was able to clutch the cup just fine and managed to take confident gulps of water. Success! Further testimony of the spill proofing was evident when he proceeded to shake the hell out of it (seemingly for entertainment purposes).

Even more impressive - there are no fiddly bits! The bottle is made up of 3 parts but each are so distinctive you can’t possibly confuse them for any other brand. It’s so easy to clean that I’ve relegated all the other to the back of the cupboard to save me from the stress of having to wash them up. 5/5 from us!

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The Click Lock Cup range is available from leading supermarkets and stores nationwide.

Disclaimer - I was sent a Click Lock Spill Proof Cup for the purposes of this review - all words (except where stated), opinions and images are my own and should not be copied without my permission