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Singapore, 2 July 2025 <\/b>\u2013 Every coo, every gurgle, every tiny sip \u2013 these seemingly small moments are actually powerful milestones in a baby\u2019s journey of growth. Recognising the pivotal link between feeding and speech development, Pigeon Singapore <\/b><\/span>is proud to unveil StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup with Gravity Ball<\/b><\/a>, a thoughtful and innovative solution designed not just to hydrate, but to support babies\u2019 journey toward confident communication.<\/p>\n Co-developed with Dr Lisa Lim<\/b>, a Singapore-based Speech-Language Pathologist (PhD) and Clinical Director at The Speech Practice <\/a><\/b>with over 17 years of clinical experience, Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup is built to promote healthy oral motor development, shaping the very muscles and movements essential for speech.<\/p>\n \u201cEarly feeding experiences lay the foundation for how babies learn to breathe, chew, and eventually speak,\u201d said Dr Lim<\/i><\/b>. “I wanted a cup that does more than just deliver liquids; I wanted a cup that supports babies in developing essential oral motor skills <\/b>such as tongue tip elevation, jaw stability and lip closure from the very start,\u201d she continued.<\/p>\n By leveraging Dr Lim\u2019s extensive knowledge, Pigeon refined every detail: from the angle and positioning of the straw to how the valve opens in response to gentle sucking \u2013 not biting. Complemented with a gravity ball that allows babies to drink from any angle, the cup supports the development of lip closure, tongue retraction, and jaw stability \u2013 key foundations for safe swallowing and early speech development, which help develop oral motor skills essential for healthy growth. Together, these thoughtful features make the<\/p>\n Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup the right cup for easy sips <\/b>\u2013 and a science-backed way to support your baby\u2019s development, one sip at a time.<\/p>\n \u201cPartnering with Dr Lim opened up new ways to look at product design through a developmental lens. Her deep understanding of feeding and speech helped us reimagine what a straw cup can do, not just for hydration, but for healthy oral motor development. Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup empowers parents with a simple tool that delivers meaningful impact \u2013 one sip at a time,\u201d shared Masataka Hongo, Managing Director of Pigeon Singapore<\/i><\/b>.<\/p>\n Left to Right: Pigeon StarTouchTM <\/span>Straw Cup with Gravity Ball in Mint To Be<\/a>, Berry Blast<\/a> and Bubblegum Pop<\/a><\/em> <\/i><\/p>\n Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup is thoughtfully designed to support natural oral motor development, helping babies build crucial mouth movements in a natural and enjoyable way.<\/p>\n Conventional sippy spout cups and long straws might hinder proper tongue posture <\/b>by encouraging the tongue to stay low in the mouth or push forward. Some valved straws require stronger suction, which can sometimes lead babies to adopt alternative sipping patterns, such as tongue thrusting, lip pursing, or jaw jutting, that may not support optimal oral motor development. Over time, this may be associated with immature oral-motor patterns that affect how babies learn to feed efficiently and produce speech sounds clearly. This newest addition supports muscle memory for key oral motor skills <\/b>essential for speech clarity, especially the development of lip rounding (for early developing sounds like \u201coo\u201d and \u201cw\u201d), lip closure (needed for sounds such as \u201cb,\u201d \u201cp\u201d, \u201cm\u201d), and tongue elevation (important for early speech sounds like \u201ct,\u201d \u201cd\u201d, \u201cn\u201d).<\/p>\n Key Features: <\/b><\/b><\/p>\n \u25cf Short Straw <\/b>\u2013 The short straw reaches only to the baby\u2019s tongue tip, supporting tongue tip elevation at the alveolar ridge and promoting a mature swallow pattern.<\/p>\n \u25cf Sensory Bumps <\/b>\u2013 Provide tactile feedback to encourage lip rounding and closure, and help strengthen lip muscles for sounds like \u201coo,\u201d \u201cw,\u201d and \u201cb\u201d.<\/p>\n \u25cf EasyDrink Valve <\/b>\u2013 Allows for easy, spill-free sipping without hard suction or biting<\/p>\n Available in 3 vibrant, eye-catching colours <\/b>\u2013 Bubblegum Pop<\/i><\/a>, Berry Blast<\/i><\/a>, and Mint To Be <\/i><\/a>\u2013 Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup <\/i>is as fun and stylish to use as it is beneficial. It\u2019s thoroughly tested to ensure safe and consistent use throughout daily routines, meeting the standards parents expect in an infant product.<\/p>\n With both functionality <\/b>and sustainability <\/b>in mind, the cup is thoughtfully designed with: <\/span><\/p>\n \u25cf <\/span>Gravity Ball Straw <\/b>\u2013 Supports natural sipping from any angle<\/p>\n \u25cf Minimal parts <\/b>for quick and easy cleaning, supporting better hygiene by reducing hidden spots where germs and residue can accumulate<\/p>\n \u25cf BPA- and BPS-free materials <\/b>to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals<\/p>\n \u25cf 20% ISCC-certified bio-based plastic<\/b>\u00b9, making it a more eco-conscious choice<\/p>\n Plus, the adapter from the cup is cross-compatible with Pigeon SofTouch\u2122 Nursing Bottles\u00b2 240ml <\/b>(excluding Glass), allowing for an easy start to straw drinking.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n From Left to Right: StarTouch\u2122 Adapter & Straw Set, StarTouch\u2122 Replacement Straw Set, and SofTouch Nursing Bottle with StarTouch\u2122 Adapter & Straw Set <\/em><\/p>\n For parents already using Pigeon SofTouch\u2122 Nursing Bottles, introducing straw drinking is now simpler than ever. Starting in August, the StarTouch\u2122 Adapter & Straw Set (S$12.90) <\/b>and Replacement Straw Set (S$9.90) <\/b>will be available for purchase at the same retailers as the Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup.<\/p>\n Both sets can be paired with Pigeon SofTouch\u2122 Nursing Bottles 240ml\/300ml\/330ml<\/b>.<\/p>\n The Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup with Gravity Ball <\/b>is priced at S$20.90 (250ml) <\/b>and will be available both in stores and online after 6 July at Pigeon E Shop<\/b><\/span><\/a>, <\/b>Agape Babies<\/b><\/span><\/a>, Amazon<\/b><\/span><\/a>, <\/b>Baby Kingdom<\/b><\/span>, <\/b><\/a>Isetan<\/b><\/span>, First Few Years<\/b><\/span>, Kiddy Palace<\/b><\/span>, <\/b>Mothercare<\/b><\/span><\/a>, <\/b>Motherworks<\/b><\/span><\/a>, <\/b>NTUC Fairprice<\/b><\/span>, OG<\/b><\/span>, <\/b>Lazada<\/b><\/span>, <\/b>Shopee<\/b><\/span>, Takashimaya<\/b><\/span>, <\/b>Tangs <\/b><\/span>and Tom & Stefanie<\/b><\/span>. <\/b><\/b><\/p>\n To learn more about Pigeon StarTouch\u2122 Straw Cup and other available products, please visit www.pigeon.com.sg<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n *Global Baby Bottles Market 2024, Global Info Research.<\/p>\n \n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"template":"","events_seminars_categories":[651],"class_list":["post-27007","events_seminars","type-events_seminars","status-publish","hentry","events_seminars_categories-news"],"yoast_head":"\nA Smarter, Science-Backed Way to Sip<\/b><\/h4>\n
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