Can babies eat white fish (cod, haddock)?
Yes. White fish (cod, haddock) can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve white fish (cod, haddock)
6 to 8 months
- Flake with your fingers into soft pieces and check carefully for bones.
9 to 11 months
- Flake with your fingers into soft pieces and check carefully for bones.
- A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry.
12 months and older
- Flake with your fingers into soft pieces and check carefully for bones.
Choking risk and safety
Offer it on its own for a couple of days before the next new allergen, in the first half of the day. See the allergen planner.
FAQ
Can babies eat white fish (cod, haddock)?
Yes. White fish (cod, haddock) can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Mild, soft and high in protein. Flake it carefully and check for bones.
How do I serve white fish (cod, haddock) to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Flake with your fingers into soft pieces and check carefully for bones. 9 to 11 months: Flake with your fingers into soft pieces and check carefully for bones. A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry. 12 months and older: Flake with your fingers into soft pieces and check carefully for bones.
Is white fish (cod, haddock) a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Is white fish (cod, haddock) a common allergen?
Fish. Offer it on its own for a couple of days before the next new allergen, in the first half of the day. See the allergen planner.
Track white fish (cod, haddock) 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.
