Can babies eat rice?
Yes. Rice can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve rice
6 to 8 months
- Cook until very soft and sticky so it clumps in the hand; offer in small balls or on a spoon.
9 to 11 months
- Cook until very soft and sticky so it clumps in the hand; offer in small balls or on a spoon.
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 rice?
Yes. Rice can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Cook until very soft and sticky. Rice can contain arsenic, so vary the grains instead of serving rice every day.
How do I serve rice to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Cook until very soft and sticky so it clumps in the hand; offer in small balls or on a spoon. 9 to 11 months: Cook until very soft and sticky so it clumps in the hand; offer in small balls or on a spoon. 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 rice a choking hazard for babies?
Low choking risk
Track rice 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.
