MFM Awards 2024 Winners — Baby and toddler feeding and weaning products

If you're about to start your weaning journey, or are looking for products that will make mealtimes run more smoothly, these are the products for you.

See the winners in:

• Baby food/pouch
• Organic baby food
• Toddler & child food
• Baby & toddler snack
• Highchair/booster seat under £100
• Highchair/booster seat over £100
• Folding highchair
• Bib
• Cup/beaker
• Cutlery
• Mealtime set
• Weaning & feeding product

Baby food/pouch

Key features we tested/judged — Taste, texture, worth the money, ease of use, quality and design, effectiveness.

Gold – Kendamil Classic Follow-on Milk, £12

Why it’s a winner: Kendamil Classic Follow-on Milk is made using whole milk fats rom Red Tractor farms in the Lake District, using a recipe that’s unique to the brand. Parent testers reported positive reactions from their babies, and those who tasted it themselves thought it was "pleasantly creamy in flavour." The milk is also reassuringly free from palm oil and fish oils, alongside being certified vegetarian, kosher and halal, making it an accessible choice for many families. As well as being a quality, tasty product, our judges also liked that it is British-made from a family owned and operated small business with under 180 employees. Plus, with a price that works out at 6p a scoop, it also offers great value for money.

In the words of parent tester Jessica, who tested this with their 9 month old: "Overall a great product that we will continue to purchase. The quality compared to the price is brilliant. A bonus is that the formula contains whole milk fats and does not contain any palm oils."

Buy from: Boots

Silver – Piccolo Organic Brekkies, £1.50

Best for: Good flavour and nutritional balance in a value pouch.

In the words of parent tester Alys, who tested this with their 7 month old: "For a quick breakfast my baby will eat, Piccolo Brekkie pouches are a winner. It’s also reassuring to know that the pleasant taste isn’t achieved by sacrificing the nutritional value. I feel these pouches will give her a happy and healthy start to the day, which equals a happy mum!"

Buy from: Boots

Bronze – Mamia Organic Orange Veggies, 59p

Best for: A handy way of giving your baby nutritious root veg.

In the words of parent tester Louise, who tested this with their 7 month old: "At only 69p this proved to be one of the best value for money baby pouches I have seen. It holds 100g of orange vegetables and my daughter thoroughly enjoyed eating these!"

Buy from: Aldi

Shortlisted: Little Freddie Dairy Free Yog*rts | Mamia Porridge Pouches — Raspberry & Blueberry

Organic baby food

Key features we tested/judged — Taste, texture, worth the money, nutritional benefits, quality and design, ease of use.

Gold — Lune + Wild: For Babies Ready to Start Weaning, £39.50 for 32 cubes/4 boxes

Why it’s a winner: Judges felt convenience and quality shone through with these nutrient-dense and delicious frozen cubes. Handmade by chefs using organic ingredients and delivered to your door in recyclable and biodegradable packaging, they are then ready to be reheated in a microwave or pan. This really took the stress and time-consuming prep work out of weaning for our parent testers, helping their children explore a range of yummy tastes and textures. "The smooth purees are very tasty and really show off the flavours of the veggies well while the meals have more texture – Maia’s favourites were the squash risotto and cauliflower korma," revealed one of our parent testers.

In the words of parent tester Hayley, who tested this with their 8 month old: "These gorgeous, vibrant squares are only £1.13 each and 2 is plenty for my hungry 8 month old’s dinner; I think it’s very reasonable for a healthy, nutritious and unprocessed meal that requires minimal preparation. There is no added salt or sugar and the meals have the perfect consistency once reheated."

Buy from: Lune + Wild

Silver — Mamia Organic Thai Style Chicken Curry with Rice, £1.59 for 190g

Best for: Introducing new flavours.

In the words of parent tester Caroline, who tested this with their 1 year old: "A great-value organic meal that offers a fantastic exploratory flavour with mild spice and a brilliant texture. The salt and sugar content is in line with similar products and the curry included whole peas, which are perfect for my one year old."

Buy from: Aldi

Bronze — HiPP Organic Baby Food Jars, 95p to £1.15 for 125g

Best for: Range of flavours.

In the words of parent tester Natasha, who tested this with their 8 month old: “My child loved these and kept opening her mouth for more! The quality of the product is great and I really like the variety of tasty flavours, as well as the organic ingredients and textures with the perfect amount of chunks. It’s great the jars are made from recycled glass.”

Buy from: Amazon and Boots

Shortlisted: HiPP Organic Follow On Milk | Kendamil Organic Follow On Milk | Mamia Organic Strawberry Greek Style Yoghurt

Toddler & child food

Key features we tested/judged — Taste, texture, worth the money, nutritional benefits, ease of use, quality and design.

Gold — Benji's Bites "Quick 'n' Mix" Toddler Food Range, from £5.20

Why it’s a winner: Searching for a dinner idea that’s both healthy and easy? Step forward Benji's Bites, a mix and match meal solution for babies, toddlers, and young children where the meals are frozen separately in small cubes so parents can choose both the meal combination and portion size. Pick the number and combination of cubes you want, pop them in the microwave and you have a healthy tasty meal in minutes. If your child is still hungry it's easy to rustle up another couple of cubes quickly, with no food waste (all packaging is reusable or recyclable, too). There are 14 products in the range, with a mix of main courses, carbs, and veggie sides. Health-wise, 70% of the range is plant-based and the cubes are packed full of veggies, wholegrains and mild herbs and spices, and was developed with dieticians to ensure the food is nutritionally balanced. Our judges thought this was a clever idea for tasty and nutritious homemade food, while our parent testers were impressed that the pouches are compostable and "are slim so they are easy to store in the freezer."

In the words of parent tester Mariette, who tested this with their 1 year old: "I found this product to be the lifesaver I didn't know I needed. Benji's Bites are flexible with portion size, ready in 2-and-a-half minutes and my child is still getting a nutritious meal with minimal effort from me after a long day at work."

Buy from: Benji's Bites

Silver — Annabel Karmel Frozen Meals for Toddlers & Kids, £1.95-£2.20

Best for: A convenient option for tasty and nutritional meals.

In the words of parent tester Erika, who tested this with their 3 year old: "These meals are tasty and convenient for those 'get fed quick' moments, without compromising on nutrients and quality. Our daughter emptied her plate every time."

Buy from: Ocado and Tesco

Bronze — Mamia Organic Bolognese Pasta Bake Tray Meal, 95p

Best for: Easy, organic meals that are full of flavour.

In the words of parent tester Rebecca, who tested this with their 1 year old: "My daughter enjoyed the flavours and textures in this meal and found it easy to pick up with her fork and eat. This is a great substitute when in a rush or on the go – very handy to have ready in the house for the days where you just need make a quick meal."

Buy from: Aldi

Shortlisted: HiPP Organic Toddler Tray Meals | Mamia Organic Tomato Pasta | Scrapples Wonky Apple Crisps

Baby & toddler snack

Key features we tested/judged — Taste, texture, worth the money, ease of use, quality and design, effectiveness.

Gold — ASDA Little Angels Apple & Raspberry Corn Cake Hearts 12m+ 30g, £1

Why it’s a winner: Judges and parent testers loved these sweet, heart-shaped corn snacks. With a melting texture and a pleasant apple and raspberry flavour, these are a tasty option for baby and toddler snack time, with one parent tester stating, "I would happily eat these as a snack myself." Testers also praised the organic ingredients and simple packaging. At £1, these snacks are excellent value for money, with our parent testers agreeing there were enough corn cake hearts in each pack to be eaten throughout the week.

In the words of parent tester Emma, who tested this with their 1 year old: "These have a great texture and are good for self feeding. The fun heart shapes are a lovely touch and I think they are great value for money as you get so many in a packet."

Buy from: Asda

Silver — Kiddylicious Apple Crisps, £2.65

Best for: A high fibre, fruity lunchbox snack.

In the words of parent tester Celia, who tested this with their 3 year old: "The fruit is well dried and allows for a crunch that then melts in your mouth. My 3 year old could easily open and eat the snacks without help."

Buy from: Tesco and Sainsbury's

Bronze — Mamia Organic Strawberry & Apple Oaty Bars, £1.89

Best for: Handy oat-based snack with a fruity flavour.

In the words of parent tester Jade, who tested this with their 1 year old: "I love the convenience of being able to throw individual bars in my bag without any mess and the fact it doesn't crumble too much, making it a perfect choice for eating on the go in his pram."

Buy from: Aldi

Shortlisted: Kiddylicious Munchy Sticks Apple & Broccoli | Kiddylicious 3+ Veggie Straws Pizza | Kiddylicious 3+ Veggie Straws Salt & Vinegar | Organic Mamia Strawberry Soft Biscotti Biscuit | Organix Strawberry and Apple Puffcorn

Highchair/booster seat under £100

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, ease of assembly, comfort for baby/child, effectiveness, worth the money.

Gold — Hauck Alpha+ natural, £89.95

Why it’s a winner: This superb value wooden highchair is crafted from sustainable beechwood, has delightful smooth edges and is a brilliant budget buy for parents who want the look of a premium highchair without the hefty price tag. Our parent testers loved the versatility with one adding, "I like how my daughter can sit at the same height as us and join us around the table." The spacious seat can take up to 90kg so – with the help of a raft of accessories – it really can last your child from newborn (with the addition of a baby bouncer), through weaning (with a seat reducer) into childhood (there’s even a customisable game board available to purchase separately). Our judges thought it offered impressive longevity and simple, classic good looks for a fraction of the price of more premium wooden highchairs.

In the words of parent tester Natalie, who tested this with their 6 month old: "This lovely looking highchair is well made, good quality and very sturdy. If you are looking for a wooden chair that adapts to different stages and has an adjustable footrest it is a great option."

Buy from: Amazon, Boots and Very

Silver — Red Kite Feed Me Snak 4 in 1, £65

Best for: Versatility on a budget.

In the words of parent tester Aisha, who tested this with their 7 month old: "The removable tray is useful and can be used instead of a plate. It also makes the highchair easier to clean as the tray can just be washed and put back in. I like that you can adjust the height so I can use it in another room as a smaller seat if I want. I think it's worth the money as it can be used until your child is 5 years old, and you don't have to buy an extra toddler or booster seat."

Buy from: Boots

Bronze — Bababing Una Highchair, £89.99

Best for: Easy-to-clean, Scandi-chic style.

In the words of parent tester Laura, who tested this with their 8 month old: "With its wipeable white seat, elegant wooden legs and detachable grey faux-leather seat pad with matching dishwasher-friendly tray, the Una is effortlessly stylish and so easy to clean. It’s adjustable, comfortable and will last until my daughter is 4 or 5 years old, which makes it an absolute bargain."

Buy from: Kiddies Kingdom

Shortlisted: Bumbo Multi Seat

Highchair/booster seat over £100

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, ease of assembly, comfort for baby/child, effectiveness, worth the money.

Gold — Bugaboo Giraffe, from £219 to £577.75

Why it’s a winner: This lovely looking highchair is a relative newcomer to the market and can be used in 5 ways with snap-on accessories that are sold separately, including as a baby rocker, newborn seat, traditional highchair with harness and tray, and child seat with an impressive upper weight limit of 100kg. Our parent testers said the Giraffe’s "sleek and streamlined looks, ease of use, tool-free adaptability and considerable longevity justify its price tag," pointing out that it is "the only chair you’ll need for your child from newborn to adult and can even be used as a spare chair for adults."

In the words of parent tester Hayley, who tested this with their 7 month old: "This very stylish and comfortable highchair is sturdy, safe, easy to set up and adjust and made from high-quality materials that will last for years. It looks luxurious and functions perfectly at every stage, making it well worth the investment."

Buy from: Bugaboo, Boots, John Lewis, Samuel Johnston

Silver — Cybex Lemo 4-in-1 Highchair System, £369.95

Best for: Longevity of use with all accessories included.

In the words of parent tester Isabelle, who tested this with their 5 month old and 4 year old: "This is a really beautiful, well-made premium highchair, which can be used as a newborn bouncer, a toddler seat with tray and even an adult chair. It’s visually pleasing, sturdy, easy to use and clean and allows my children to sit at the perfect height at our dinner table."

Buy from: John Lewis, Boots

Bronze — Oyster 4-in-1 Highchair, £169

Best for: Space-saving versatility.

In the words of parent tester Jacqui, who tested this with their 6 month old: "Good looking, sturdy and durable, this highchair is a feeding station and play centre in one and a great way to save space. The highchair is very comfortable, with well-made straps that have great padding, and I rate the adaptable height and tray fitting that grows with the child."

Buy from: Samuel Johnston, Very, Argos

Folding highchair

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, ease of assembly, comfort for baby/child, effectiveness, worth the money.

Gold — KAOS Klapp Highchair, £225

Why it’s a winner: Described by one parent tester as a "really lovely piece of high-quality furniture that will be used daily and kept for years," this ladder-like highchair ticks all the boxes for ease of assembly, ease of use and comfort. It can be used from birth (with relevant accessories, purchased separately), holds an impressive maximum weight of 110kg and folds in seconds, even with a baby set attached, instantly freeing up floor space and removing the temptation for small children to climb its steps. Our parent testers felt it was worth the price tag, with one commenting: "It’s expensive but represents good value for money given the style, quality and effectiveness."

In the words of parent tester Claire, who tested this with their 6 month old and 3 year old: "The quality of this beautiful chair is amazing and it’s clear it’s been carefully designed to be ergonomic, practical and incredibly long-lasting as well as aesthetically pleasing. The ease of the flat fold is fantastic and means the chair can be stowed away safely or taken out for family dinners."

Buy from: KAOS and Natural Baby Shower

Silver — Ickle Bubba Flip Magic Fold Highchair, £59

Best for: Budget option for travelling.

In the words of parent tester Laura, who tested this with their 8 month old: "The design is amazing – I couldn’t believe how easy it was to collapse and just how small the highchair folded down. It’s a perfect travel highchair as it’s very well made, reasonably priced and designed to last for several years (from around 6 months to 15kg)."

Buy from: Ickle Bubba

Bronze — Munchkin Float Foldable Highchair, £129.99

Best for: Neutral colours and classic style.

In the words of parent tester Natasha, who tested this with their 8 month old: “I love the combination of classic wood and durable plastic – which goes with most interiors – on this sturdy but lightweight highchair, and how easy it is to use. My little girl is happy sitting in the seat and the adjustable footrest means she has plenty of space to grow.”

Buy from: Amazon

Shortlisted: Venture Flare High Chair

Bib

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, worth the money, effectiveness, quality and design, ease of washing and drying.

Gold — Bibado Coverall Weaning Bib, £19.95

Why it’s a winner: Fed up of spending ages cleaning up after a weaning baby or messy toddler? This large, wipe-clean bib covers your child completely and fixes to the highchair, so there is less mess and you’ll spend less time scrubbing the highchair, bathing your baby and washing their clothes. Our testers loved the high quality waterproof material and how simple it is to use. Parent tester Emma described the bib as "virtually bombproof," adding, "this is the only bib I've ever used that fully protects clothes – top and bottom half."

In the words of parent tester Ashley, who tested this with their 1 year old: "I used to spend a few minutes after each meal cleaning in between the cushions of my son’s highchair, but now I’ve noticed how almost spotless those parts are with the Bibado. I love that it's lightweight but durable, and it grows with my baby."

Buy from: Amazon, John Lewis, JoJo Maman Bebe

Silver — Azebabydream Long Sleeve Bib, £14

Best for: Protecting sleeves and popping in the washing machine.

In the words of parent tester Rachel, who tested this with their 8 month old: "Excellent quality – feels like it has been made to last. Simple and stylish, it covers the arms and body fully and the handy pocket at the bottom has caught a few stray bits of food. The whole bib is wipeable and only takes a few seconds to clean."

Buy from: Azebabydream

Bronze — Chomp EveryKid Bib, £16 - £18

Best for: Folding up small for eating on the go.

In the words of parent tester Emma, who tested this with their 1 year old: "I love these bibs and will not be using any others from now on. Why more bibs don't have poppers I will never know, but these have been a game changer! The 2 pockets are great as the first one is high enough that food actually falls into it."

Buy from: Chomp Baby and Amazon

Cup/beaker

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, worth the money, effectiveness, quality and design.

Gold – Babycup Sippeco First Cups, £9.99 for pack of 4

Why it’s a winner: Simple, colourful, and great value for money, Babycup Sippeco First Cups win the Gold award thanks to their handy measurements, eco-friendly material, and excellent quality – plus, they’re dishwasher-friendly, which is always a bonus. Approved by the Oral Health Foundation, each set comes with 4 brightly coloured open cups, which are ideal for teaching your baby or toddler to drink from a rim and help with developing self-feeding and fine motor skills.

In the words of parent tester Emma, who tested this with their 1 year old: "We now use these cups at every meal time. My daughter has slowly got better at not spilling water and can confidently hold the cup and drink from it herself in less than a week of using them! I think they’re great and she loves the bright colours."

Buy from: Amazon

Silver – TUM TUM Tippy Up Cup, £10.99

Best for: Cute, kid-friendly design.

In the words of parent tester Aarti, who tested this with their 10 month old and 3 year old: "Both my children were able to drink from this cup easily. They are simple to use, the design makes it very appealing for my little ones, and the lid is easy to open and close, with a weighted straw so my youngest could drink from it regardless of the angle of the cup."

Buy from: Amazon, John Lewis, JoJo Maman Bebe

Bronze – MAM Starter Cup & Glow Handles, £10.20

Best for: Baby’s first cup.

In the words of parent tester Lesley, who tested this with their 9 month old: “This cup has a nice ergonomic design and my baby loved it. It’s quite pricey but it’s a fantastic first cup, and I think the addition of the glow in the dark handles is a great touch.”

Buy from: Boots, Amazon

Shortlisted: Munchkin Click Lock Tip & Sip Cup 7oz | Bibado Sippit Open Training Cup

Cutlery

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, worth the money, effectiveness, quality and design.

Gold — BLW Essentials Toddler Cutlery, £9.99

Why it’s a winner: These small and perfectly formed spoon and fork sets scored top marks with our judges, parent testers and their children thanks to the appealing pastel colours and ergonomic handles with soft silicone grips that little hands find easy to hold. Our parent testers also appreciated the rust-resistant stainless steel tips that are made to last, with one commenting that "the metal is a good transition from silicone, helping children get ready for adult cutlery," as well as the choke guards on every item – a clever way to stop small children putting cutlery too far into their mouths.

In the words of parent tester Lauren, who tested this with their 1 year old: "Worth every penny thanks to the outstanding quality and design that allows my baby to self-feed. The cutlery features easy-grip handles made from soft silicone with a brilliant anti-choking design and the sets are available in great colours."

Buy from: BLW Essentials

Silver — TUM TUM Baby Cutlery Set with Travel Case, £12.99

Best for: A convenient option when eating out.

In the words of parent tester Mei, who tested this with their 1 year old: "Every aspect of this stylish little cutlery set has been well designed – from the aesthetically pleasing colours to the perfect size and shape of the utensils: it is simply a joy to use! The spoon is soft yet firm enough to scoop both hard and soft foods, the fork has plastic prongs that aren’t too sharp to be unsafe but are still effective and the travel case is perfect for storing the utensils between meals."

Buy from: Amazon, John Lewis

Mealtime set

Key features we tested/judged — Ease of use, quality of product, appeal to child, ease of care/washing, design, value for money.

Gold — TUM TUM Baby Weaning Bundle Plus, £47.99

Why it’s a winner: Developed with baby led weaning experts, this great value, cute Koala set is "worth every penny as it will last a long time," according to our parent tester, who loved that every one of the 6 items in this set is microwave and dishwasher safe. The reassuringly weighty lidded suction bowl doubles as a lunch box, with coordinating silicone cutlery that fit inside. We also loved how the plate has ‘ears’ that are ideal for holding snacks or dips and the 3-way trainer cup allows baby to progress from straw to open cup with just one product.

In the words of parent tester Leanne, who tested this with their 1 year old: "I’m totally in love with this set – you get a lot for your money and each piece is easy to use and of great quality. The suction plate is the best we’ve had; heavy enough to prevent my son throwing it off his tray, with divided sections for different foods, and the leakproof tippy cup is a dream."

Buy from: TUM TUM

Silver — Azebabydream My First 4 Piece Weaning Set, £40

Best for: Stylish weaning set that's easy to clean.

In the words of parent tester Aarti, who tested this with their 10 month old and 3 year old: "This pretty, high-quality set is stylish, practical and excellent value for money as it includes 2 spoons and a plate, bowl, cup and bib. The bib is very easy to clean and surprisingly effective while the silicone tableware can go in the dishwasher, microwave and even the oven, making mealtimes much easier."

Buy from: Azebabydream

Bronze — Bibado Bamboo Tableware, £15.95 per item

Best for: Eco-friendly and practical design.

In the words of parent tester Rachel, who tested this with their 8 month old: "Made from environmentally friendly bamboo, these smooth and solid bowls and plates have effective suckers underneath so I don’t have to worry about them going flying and are made to last as they don’t stain easily. The smaller sections are ideal for filling with different food."

Buy from: Bibado, John Lewis

Weaning & feeding product

Key features we tested/judge — Ease of use, worth the money, capacity and size, effectiveness, quality and design.

Gold — Babymoov Nutribaby+ 6in1 Food Prep Maker, £159.99

Why it’s a winner: This multi-use steamer and blender makes it simple to prepare lots of different meals for your baby using one piece of kit. There are 6 different functions – it can steam, blend, sterilise, defrost and reheat both food jars and milk – which is a big plus if you don’t want to crowd your kitchen worktop with multiple gadgets. One clever feature that impressed our judges and parent testers is the cooking juice collector, so you can save the steaming juices full of nutrients and add them back into the foods you’re making. Parent tester Claire said: "The Nutribaby has literally made weaning less scary this time and more fun."

In the words of parent tester Ana, who tested this with their 1 year old: "One standout feature that I absolutely love is the ability to steam food while blending simultaneously. This dual-functionality is a game-changer, allowing for a seamless and efficient baby food preparation process. It not only saves time but also ensures that the nutritional value of the food is preserved."

Buy from: Babymoov, Natural Baby Shower

Silver — Bibado Dippit, £9.95

Best for: Encouraging your baby to feed themselves.

In the words of parent tester Louise, who tested this with their 7 month old: "It’s good quality with a nice material that was good to chew for teething. The ergonomic nature helps with balance and feeding themselves and it’s also sensory with the texture and end of the spoon. I like that it feels solid and sturdy, whilst still being soft enough to chew on."

Buy from: John Lewis, Amazon

Bronze — Vital Baby NOURISH Weaning & Feeding Range, £2.89 to £28.99

Best for: Colourful and affordable essentials for weaning.

In the words of parent tester Louise, who tested this with their 7 month old: "The range definitely makes our life easier, from the easy hold spoons (with the ridges to ensure they don't touch the table top) to the suction bowls. The pots are ideal for transporting food for feeding on the go, and all items are very easy to clean."

Buy from: Amazon, John Lewis

Shortlisted: Munchkin C’est Silicone! Training Cup with Straw 4oz

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