Can babies eat plum?
Yes. Plum can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve plum
6 to 8 months
- Take out pits, stones and stems first.
- Steam, boil or roast until very soft: it should squish easily between your finger and thumb.
9 to 11 months
- 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 plum?
Yes. Plum can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Sweet and soft when ripe. Take out the stone, and cook the fruit if the skin is tough.
How do I serve plum to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Take out pits, stones and stems first. Steam, boil or roast until very soft: it should squish easily between your finger and thumb. 9 to 11 months: 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 plum a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track plum 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.
