Pear
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook firm pears until soft. With very ripe fruit you can skip cooking. Press with a finger to test, the flesh should yield.
Cooked pear halves with the core removed, skin on or off. Very ripe pears can be served as large thin slices.
9-12 months
Soft and ripe is the rule. Cooking still works if your pears are firm. Remove the core every time.
Bite-sized pieces of soft, ripe pear in small flat shapes rather than cubes. Thin slices or halves still work.
12-18 months
Use ripe pears. Skin can stay on, expect your toddler to spit much of it out until 18 to 24 months.
Quartered pears with core and seeds removed, bite-sized pieces, or whole fruit with the skin once your child is ready.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Pear?
Most babies can try Pear 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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