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Can babies eat strawberry?
Strawberry can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage.
How to cook strawberry for a baby
- Method
- Steam or serve raw
- Ready in
- Varies
- Texture
- Smooth purée
How you cut and serve strawberry changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare strawberry, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Steam until very soft, then blend to a smooth purée with no lumps.
- 9 to 11 months
- Soft mashed pieces or thick purée — introduce small, manageable amounts.
- 12 to 17 months
- Small soft pieces — skin and any seeds removed.
- 18 months and over
- Bite-size pieces they can self-feed — supervise at all times.
Is strawberry an allergen?
Strawberry 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 strawberry good for babies?
Detailed nutritional information for Strawberry will be added soon. Strawberry is a nutritious fruit that makes an excellent addition to your baby's diet from 6 months.
Storing strawberry
In the fridge
3 Days. Refrigerate in a sealed container after cooking or opening
In the freezer
3 Months. Cool completely, then freeze in individual portions for easy meal prep
Goes well with
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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.