Is it better to stop bottles gradually or cold turkey?

Over time: Some kids don't care if a cup is substituted for a bottle & if they show no preferance the change can be quick. Some develop a attachment to a bottle & for those, cold turkey may be viewed as punnishment for unknown crimes & a reason not to trust caregivers. I put water in bottles after 1yr& put the good stuff in cups. I'm ok with kids using a water bottle for years but most toss it within wks.

Weening: As a pediatrician I get asked that all the time. Depends in part on the age and part on the family. Most families choose to take away daytime bottles first and then ween off the nighttime bottle. From a health perspective, no right answer except the risk of dental caries ( cavities). some families have " bye bye bottle" parties, pack up all the bottles to mail away. Commit to plan, stick with it!!