Can babies eat orange?
Yes. Orange can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve orange
6 to 8 months
- Peel away the white pith and membrane, remove seeds, and offer soft segments or juicy pieces.
9 to 11 months
- Peel away the white pith and membrane, remove seeds, and offer soft segments or juicy pieces.
12 months and older
- Peel away the white pith and membrane, remove seeds, and offer soft segments or juicy pieces.
Choking risk and safety
FAQ
Can babies eat orange?
Yes. Orange can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Peel away the white pith and membrane and offer soft juicy pieces. The acid can redden the skin around the mouth; that is not an allergy.
How do I serve orange to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Peel away the white pith and membrane, remove seeds, and offer soft segments or juicy pieces. 9 to 11 months: Peel away the white pith and membrane, remove seeds, and offer soft segments or juicy pieces. 12 months and older: Peel away the white pith and membrane, remove seeds, and offer soft segments or juicy pieces.
Is orange a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track orange 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.
