Corn
Usually introduced around 6 months
Choking notes
Whole corn kernels are round and can choke. Smash or halve, or offer on the cob, until chewing is well-established.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Boil or steam the cob until soft. Loose whole kernels are a choking hazard at this age. Gnawing on the cob reshapes the kernels safely.
Cooked corn on the cob, cut crosswise into rounds bigger than baby's mouth, or kernels shaved off and mashed into other foods.
9-12 months
Cooked through. Loose whole kernels are still a choking hazard, so the cob format remains safer.
Continue with halved cob rounds, or offer a whole large cob; baby may hold it vertically and eat the tip kernels.
12-18 months
Start with just a few kernels at a time so a toddler doesn't shovel a handful in at once. That's where loose kernels turn into a choking risk.
Loose kernels can be introduced, a few at a time. Cob still works. Cut canned baby corn lengthwise so it isn't round.
2 years and up
Whole kernels still warrant supervision. Encourage small bites and discourage shoveling, since a mouthful of kernels can scatter and cause choking.
Loose kernels are fine, mixed into dishes or alongside. Cob still works for hands-on eating.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Corn?
Most babies can try Corn 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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