Can babies eat strawberry?
Yes. Strawberry can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve strawberry
6 to 8 months
- Squash flat between your fingers, or mash, so nothing is left small, round and whole.
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
- Remove seeds and stones, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Never serve whole.
Choking risk and safety
FAQ
Can babies eat strawberry?
Yes. Strawberry can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Never serve small whole berries: squash or slice them thin. Redness around the mouth from the acid is common and harmless.
How do I serve strawberry to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Squash flat between your fingers, or mash, so nothing is left small, round and whole. 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: Remove seeds and stones, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Never serve whole.
Is strawberry a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track strawberry 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.
