Can babies eat pork?
Yes. Pork can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve pork
6 to 8 months
- A large, tender strip of well-cooked meat, longer than your baby’s fist, to hold and suck. Check there is no bone or gristle.
- A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry.
9 to 11 months
- A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry.
- Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water.
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 pork?
Yes. Pork can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Choose lean cuts and cook them all the way through. Ham, bacon and sausages are too salty.
How do I serve pork to a baby?
6 to 8 months: A large, tender strip of well-cooked meat, longer than your baby’s fist, to hold and suck. Check there is no bone or gristle. A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry. 9 to 11 months: A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry. Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water. 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 pork a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track pork 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.
