{"product_id":"arks-sip-tip-with-one-way-straws","title":"ARK's Sip-Tip with One-way Straws","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ARK’s Sip-Tip® Drinking Cup with One-Way Straws is a supportive and intuitive drinking aid designed for people who find traditional straw drinking difficult due to weak oral suction or oral motor challenges. With its specially designed one-way valve straw system, fluid stays at the top of the straw so users can drink with less effort, reduced air intake and improved safety. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can it be used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting safer, easier drinking with minimal suction effort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncouraging independent fluid intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing coughing and choking during drinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTherapy exercises to build oral motor skills with graduated support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupportive mealtime tool in SEN, disability and therapy settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a rigid 8oz (≈240ml) tumbler with spill-resistant lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-way valve straws that keep fluid at the top of the straw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow Lip Blok® mouthpiece to promote correct oral positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 reusable one-way straws included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical-grade, BPA- and phthalate-free materials\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess effort needed to sip — ideal for users with low oral strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimises the amount of air swallowed, reducing cough reflex and discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLip Blok® encourages steady lip closure and prevents biting on the straw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used in therapy sessions or everyday drinking routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded in the kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x ARK’s Sip-Tip® drinking cup (8 oz \/ 225–240 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x snap-on spill-resistant lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 x reusable one-way straws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Lip Blok® straw topper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-rack dishwasher safe — clean straws regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains small parts — supervise children at all times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use with carbonated or very thick liquids unless advised by a clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchool \/ Therapy Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARK’s Sip-Tip® with One-Way Straws is widely used by speech and occupational therapists to support individuals who struggle with typical straw drinking due to oral motor delay or weakness. By reducing effort and improving swallowing safety, it can help users build confidence and increase independent fluid intake in both therapy and everyday settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory \u0026amp; Needs Supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOral motor support\u003c\/strong\u003e (reduced suction effort)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e (improved swallow safety)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTherapy integration\u003c\/strong\u003e (use in structured interventions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sensory Wholesale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40880182525975,"sku":"FG-DRI-0169-B01-O-00-999-A1-001-000","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/8110\/5700\/files\/arks-sip-tip-with-one-way-straws-196380.jpg?v=1766007715","url":"https:\/\/www.fledglings.org.uk\/pa\/products\/arks-sip-tip-with-one-way-straws","provider":"Fledglings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}