Nuby NanaNubs Banana Teething Toothbrush
Our take
A silicone banana with soft bristles that doubles as a first toothbrush; the peel handles keep it from going too far into the mouth. The glossy finish attracts lint, and older babies can chew off bristles.
Consider instead: Baby Elefun ring for a bristle-free teether.
Before you buy
What parents and testers say
Recurring praise
- Brushing practice
- Handles limit how far it goes in
Recurring complaints
- Attracts lint and hair
- Bristles can be chewed off by older babies
Our summary of patterns across the reviews and threads linked below, not quotes.
Materials & safety check
2 of 3 checks clear, 1 to know about.
When to buy it
Optional
Teething usually starts; chill, don't freeze
Inspect for cracks and replace
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Common questions
Is the Nuby NanaNubs Banana Teething Toothbrush non-toxic?
There's no legal definition of "non-toxic" for baby products, so here's what we checked. Material: Food-grade silicone. Wear: Inspect the bristles and replace if damaged. Recalls: None found in CPSC teether recalls since 2020. It scores 82 out of 100 on materials and safety, and 81 overall.
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Sources
- Mommyhood101: Best teething toys of 2026, testedmommyhood101.com
- CPSC recall database: "teether" recalls since 2020saferproducts.gov