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Can babies eat kiwi?
Kiwi can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook kiwi for a baby
- Method
- Raw
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve kiwi changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare kiwi, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Scoop flesh and blend into a smooth purée.
- 9 to 11 months
- Soft diced pieces with skin removed.
- 12 to 17 months
- Small slices — ripe kiwi is soft and safe.
- 18 months and over
- Bite-size pieces including skin if preferred.
Is kiwi an allergen?
Kiwi is not one of the main food allergens. Any new food can cause a reaction the first time it is offered, so give it on its own and stay with your baby while they eat.
Is kiwi good for babies?
Kiwi contains more vitamin C per gram than oranges. Rich in vitamin K, folate, and potassium. Its actinidin enzyme aids protein digestion. The combination of soluble and insoluble fibre supports gut health and regular bowel movements.
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
- Folate
Storing kiwi
In the fridge
5 Days. Refrigerate cut kiwi in a sealed container
In the freezer
12 Months. Freeze sliced kiwi on a tray then bag for portions
Goes well with
Baby recipes with kiwi
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This page is general information based on NHS weaning guidance, not medical advice. Always stay with your baby while they eat. If you have concerns about allergies, choking or your baby's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.