Can babies eat mushroom?
Yes. Mushroom can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve mushroom
6 to 8 months
- Steam, boil or roast until very soft: it should squish easily between your finger and thumb.
- Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water.
9 to 11 months
- Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water.
- Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
12 months and older
- Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
Choking risk and safety
FAQ
Can babies eat mushroom?
Yes. Mushroom can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Cook them well and chop or shred finely; raw ones are rubbery. Use only shop-bought mushrooms, never wild ones.
How do I serve mushroom to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Steam, boil or roast until very soft: it should squish easily between your finger and thumb. Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water. 9 to 11 months: Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water. Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb. 12 months and older: Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
Is mushroom a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track mushroom 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.
