The ARK Bear Bottle Kit is a cleverly designed straw drinking tool that helps individuals of all ages – especially those with special educational needs – to strengthen oral motor skills, transition from bottle to cup, and improve hydration independence. Designed by speech and occupational therapists, the Bear Bottle offers controlled flow to reduce effort and air intake when drinking.

Featuring a soft, squeezable bear-shaped bottle and a one-way valve, this kit makes it easier to initiate and sustain drinking through a straw – especially beneficial for individuals with low oral tone, dysphagia, or sensory motor difficulties. The built-in valve helps ensure fluid only travels one way, reducing air ingestion and promoting safer, more successful swallowing.

Perfect for use at home, in school, or during feeding therapy sessions, the ARK Bear Bottle is a fun, friendly, and therapeutic tool that supports independence, speech development, and improved oral strength. Its engaging design encourages use while fostering vital motor skills in a structured, supportive way.

• Supports straw drinking for individuals with oral motor or feeding challenges
• One-way valve reduces air intake and effort, aiding safe swallowing
• Therapist-designed, ideal for use in speech and occupational therapy 

• Designed to assist with oral motor skill development and straw drinking
• Includes soft bear-shaped bottle, one-way valve, 2 flexible straws, and 1 rigid straw
• Supports children and adults with dysphagia, low oral tone, or sensory needs
• BPA-, PVC-, lead- and phthalate-free components
• Dishwasher safe (top rack) – valve recommended for hand-washing
• Made in the USA by ARK Therapeutic
• Box includes: 1 x Bear Bottle, 1 x One-Way Valve, 2 x Flexible Straws, 1 x Rigid Straw

FAQs

Q1: Who is the Bear Bottle suitable for?
A1: It's ideal for children or adults with oral motor delays, low tone, dysphagia, or sensory integration needs.

Q2: How does the one-way valve help?
A2: The valve prevents fluid from falling back into the bottle, making it easier to initiate sipping and reducing air intake.

Q3: Can this be used without the valve?
A3: Yes, the valve is optional – you can remove it as the user’s skills improve.

Q4: Is it safe for dishwasher use?
A4: The bottle and straws are dishwasher safe (top rack). The valve should be washed by hand to preserve its integrity.

Q5: Is this a medical-grade product?
A5: Yes, all ARK Therapeutic products are made from medical-grade materials and are free from BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalates.