Can babies drink cow’s milk?
Wait until 12 months. Cow’s milk suits babies from their first birthday.
How to serve cow’s milk
6 to 8 months
- Stir a small amount into other foods.
9 to 11 months
- Stir a small amount into other foods.
12 months and older
- In small sips from an open cup or a straw cup, with meals.
Choking risk and safety
Offer it on its own for a couple of days before the next new allergen, in the first half of the day. See the allergen planner.
FAQ
Can babies drink cow’s milk?
Wait until 12 months. Cow’s milk suits babies from their first birthday. Small amounts in cooking or with cereal are fine from 6 months. As a main drink, wait until 12 months; before that, breast milk or formula.
How do I serve cow’s milk to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Stir a small amount into other foods. 9 to 11 months: Stir a small amount into other foods. 12 months and older: In small sips from an open cup or a straw cup, with meals.
Is cow’s milk a choking hazard for babies?
Low choking risk
Is cow’s milk a common allergen?
Milk. Offer it on its own for a couple of days before the next new allergen, in the first half of the day. See the allergen planner.
Track cow’s milk and every first food
Log what your baby tries, how it went and any reaction, with serving advice for every food, in the Munchlet app.
