Potato
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook until it mashes between two fingers. Skin can stay on or come off. Avoid sprouted potatoes and trim out any dark eyes before cooking.
Large wedges of cooked potato, or even a whole potato bigger than baby's mouth but small enough to grasp. Mash works too, on a pre-loaded spoon.
9-12 months
Keep cooking until soft. Skin can stay on; babies often chew it and spit it out, building familiarity.
Bite-sized pieces as the pincer grasp comes in. Wedges and mash still work alongside.
12-18 months
Same cooking approach, just sized smaller. Show how to spear a piece and let imitation do the rest.
Small bite-sized pieces for self-feeding or fork practice with a little coaching.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Potato?
Most babies can try Potato 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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