We, as parents, waste much time worrying about what we are putting into the bodies of our children. We buy organic vegetables, put spinach in smoothies, and cut sandwiches into heart shapes. But how rarely do we consider what we are putting that food on?
When you have been walking through the baby aisle recently, you must have noticed a battle between two giants: Melamine and Stainless Steel. Although melamine has become well-known for its colorful designs and unbreakable reputation, an increasing number of parents are moving to a stainless steel bento plate.
Is it merely the trend or an actual safety gain? Now, it is time to explore why your dining ware selection for your child is more important than you think.
The Melamine Mystery: Is It Really Safe?
Melamine is a hard type of plastic. Although it is durable, it has a drawback because it is produced with melamine and formaldehyde. The FDA has observed that the melamine may leech off the plate into food, particularly when subjected to extreme heat (as in a hot spoonful of pasta) or acidic food.
Even minor exposures to such chemicals may be an issue for a developing child. Also, melamine is not microwave-safe and may suffer leaching as the surface gets scratched or chipped with time, and again, children are hardly delicate with their plates!
Why Stainless Steel is the Gold Standard?
When you make a switch to a stainless steel bento plate, you are selecting an inherently non-toxic material. In contrast to plastic or melamine, good-quality stainless steel does not need chemical coating or resins to remain firm.
The reasons why the stainless steel plate is special are:
- No Leaching, Ever
Stainless steel is non-porous and inert. This is to say, regardless of whether you are feeding your child hot soup or sliced oranges, the plate will not react to the food or will not spill into your child’s food with any horrible chemicals.
- Durability that Lasts Generations
When spilled on a hard kitchen floor, melamine may crack. A stainless steel bento plate, on the other hand, is practically unbreakable. It can face the gravity experimentation of a toddler and the kitchen rush without breaking, and that also implies no lurking bacteria-infested scratches.
- Hygienic and Easy to Clean
Stainless steel does not store any odors or stains as it is rust-resistant and smooth. You will not find yesterday’s pasta sauce hanging on the surface following a good wash.
Making Mealtime Fun (Without Chemicals)
One reason parents are fond of melamine is the cute factor. But the days are gone when metal plates were dull and industrial. Contemporary designs have demonstrated that you can be safe and stylish at the same time.
Today, a properly designed stainless steel bento plate would have funny etchings and different compartments. These divisions prove to be a savior for those who can be described as picky eaters, in that they do not want their peas to touch their potatoes, making mealtime a much more peaceful affair.
Why Trust Basil?
At Basil, we believe that there should be nothing ordinary about everyday essentials. Our Dino Bento Plate is made of the finest 304 food-grade stainless steel, making it 100 percent BPA-free and rust-resistant. Our plates have been inspired by tiny hands–they are light, stackable, and have cute laser-printed designs that do not peel off onto food.
Our mission is to support families to move to safer and more sustainable lives without compromising on childhood happiness.
Are you willing to transform the mealtime of your kiddo? Order the Basil Stainless Steel Collection today and provide your little one with the best!
