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Remember, infants are born with the natural or innate ability to "suck". It is pure instinct. So, don't go by age, probably babies can drink out of a straw almost as soon as they can suck out of a bottle. Just use trial and error. If they are doing well with the bottle, and you are giving them cereal or some other solid food, they are probably getting more comfortable with the feeling of other utensils in their mouths. Try a sippie cup or small straw (make sure the straw doesn't have sharp edges on the tip) when they are fairly strong enough to hold up their little heads to some degree, or can sit up comfortably in a baby seat or feeding seat. If your baby completely resists the straw or cup at first, be patient, and give him time. He'll get used to it sooner than you think. And as for the "sucking" skill, that part's going to be easy!

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