Zippee was inspired by our daughter Kate who loved pulling shoelaces and chewing on the soles of our shoes! We teamed up with doctors and therapists to create an alternative that was clean, safe and playfully therapeutic. Little fingers can't resist Zippee's flexible and soft edges, textured cords and easy to hold grips. Zippee was designed to encourage and support motor skills, sensory exploration, midline play and cause and effect. BPA and Phthalate Free Food Grade Silicone Age 18 months + *Zippee is NOT a teether.