NEST Bowl Size Guide for Baby Food Portions
By KINTO Japan | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: Product Reviews
Choosing the right NEST bowl size for your baby's meals. Compare the 80x65mm and 135x105mm options with portion guidance and care tips.
Quick answer
For baby food, start with the NEST 80x65mm bowl (45ml) for purees and first tastes, then move to the 135x105mm bowl (300ml) for larger toddler portions. Both are ceramic, microwave and dishwasher safe, and made in Japan.
Why size matters for baby feeding
A bowl that's too large can overwhelm a baby and make it hard to scoop food. A bowl that's too small means frequent refills and potential mess. The NEST bowls offer two distinct sizes that align well with developmental stages.
Ceramic material considerations
Both NEST bowls are made of porcelain (ceramic), which is non-porous and doesn't retain odors or stains from foods like berries or turmeric. However, ceramic can break if dropped, so always feed your baby at a table or high chair, not on hard floors. The bowls are microwave safe for gentle reheating, but avoid overheating or dry-heating.
How to choose the right NEST bowl size
- Start with the 80x65mm bowl: Use for babies 4-8 months who eat small portions of smooth purees or single-ingredient foods. The 45ml capacity holds about 3 tablespoons, perfect for a first meal. Buy one 80x65mm bowl to begin solids.
- Transition to the 135x105mm bowl: Switch around 9 months when your baby eats 2-4 tablespoons of mixed foods or finger foods. The 300ml bowl holds a full toddler meal without overflow. Add the 135x105mm bowl as portions grow.
- Use both for variety: Keep the small bowl for snacks, dips, or side portions (like yogurt or berries) and the large bowl for main meals. Both stack easily for storage. A set of both sizes covers all feeding stages.
Product facts at a glance
- NEST ボウル 80x65mm: 80x65mm, 45ml capacity, weighs about 80g. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Made in Japan. The small 45ml bowl is ideal for single servings of puree or cereal for babies 4-8 months, and its lightweight design is easy for tiny hands to grip (with supervision).
NEST ボウル 80x65mm - NEST ボウル 135x105mm: 135x105mm, 300ml capacity, weighs about 250g. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Made in Japan. The larger 300ml bowl suits toddlers 9+ months who eat more substantial portions like pasta, rice, or cut fruit, and the heavier base helps prevent tipping.
NEST ボウル 135x105mm
Which bowl fits your needs?
Best for
- Parents introducing solids with small puree portions (80x65mm)
- Toddlers eating full meals of pasta, rice, or cut fruit (135x105mm)
- Eco-conscious families wanting durable, Japanese-made ceramic that's microwave and dishwasher safe
Not ideal for
- On-the-go feeding without a stable surface (ceramic can break)
- Babies who throw bowls (consider a suction-base alternative)
- Very large portions beyond 300ml (e.g., family-style servings)
