Blueberry
Usually introduced around 6 months
Choking notes
Whole blueberries are round and slippery and can choke. Smash or halve until at least 12 months, and watch closely.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook ripe berries until they burst, then smash. Baking into pancakes or muffins also softens them.
Cooked and smashed berries, or fold into soft foods like porridge or yogurt. Skip placing whole or flattened raw blueberries in baby's mouth.
9-12 months
Serve flattened berries on the tray for pincer practice. Yogurt and baked goods are still good carriers.
Flattened into small discs. Use large ripe blueberries and gently squash between thumb and forefinger.
12-18 months
Stay within arm's reach and model crushing the berry with your teeth. Major health bodies treat whole blueberries as a choking hazard until age 4.
Less-flattened discs as eating skills grow. Whole berries only if your child chews well and isn't stuffing the mouth.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Blueberry?
Most babies can try Blueberry from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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