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Can babies eat mango?
Mango can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook mango for a baby
- Method
- Steamed or Raw
- Ready in
- 5 Min.
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve mango changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare mango, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Blend or purée flesh until completely smooth.
- 9 to 11 months
- Soft cubes or thick mash — finger-food size.
- 12 to 17 months
- Small diced pieces, skins removed.
- 18 months and over
- Small bite-size chunks they can manage independently.
Is mango an allergen?
Mango 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 mango good for babies?
Mango is packed with vitamin C and beta-carotene for immune support and healthy vision. Its natural sweetness is a great way to encourage babies to accept new flavours. High water content helps keep little ones hydrated.
- Vit C
- Beta-Carotene
- Folate
- Vit A
- Fiber
Storing mango
In the fridge
2 Days. Refrigerate in an airtight container after opening
In the freezer
3 Months. Freeze purée in ice cube trays for easy portioning
Goes well with
Baby recipes with mango
- Banana Mango Dream
- Mango & Coconut Purée
- Mango Kiwi Fruit Cup
- Mango Yogurt Bowl
- Orange Mango Oat Porridge
- Chia Seed Pudding with Mango
- Mango Coconut Yogurt Pot
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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.