Banana for babies: when and how to serve

Banana for babies

From 6 months

Bananas are soft fruit you can introduce once your baby shows signs of being ready for solids, usually around 6 months. Guidance on when to start solids varies slightly, but most major health organizations say about 6 months.

Banana provides carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.

How to serve by age

6–8 months

Ripe banana, mashed until soft and smooth.

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A large, soft spear of ripe banana that’s easy to hold.

9–11 months

Soft pieces of ripe banana.

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Soft sticks or slices your baby can pick up.

12–23 months

Bite-size pieces or slices of ripe banana.

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Pieces your child can pick up and eat on their own.

Choking risk

Banana is naturally soft, but when your baby is starting solids, serve it in a form that matches their age and skills. Always stay with your child while they eat, and avoid large firm chunks.

Allergies

Banana isn’t considered a major food allergen. However, people with a latex allergy may cross-react to banana. Individual reactions are possible.

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This page is based on guidance from health organizations:

For informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Decide on introducing foods, especially allergens, together with your pediatrician.