Choking notes
Soft doughy bread can compress into a gummy ball that's hard to swallow. Toast lightly or add a spread for younger eaters.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Lightly toasted so it holds shape, or fresh with a thick spread (mashed avocado, thin nut butter). Doughy fresh bread can ball up in the mouth. Wheat is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips of lightly toasted bread, crusts trimmed if thick.
9-12 months
Toast or soft bread with a topping.
Small bite-sized pieces or strips.
12-18 months
Sandwiches, toast, soft rolls.
Bite-sized pieces.
18-24 months
Lightly toasted so it holds shape, or fresh with a thick spread (mashed avocado, thin nut butter). Doughy fresh bread can ball up in the mouth. Wheat is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips of lightly toasted bread, crusts trimmed if thick.
2 years and up
Lightly toasted so it holds shape, or fresh with a thick spread (mashed avocado, thin nut butter). Doughy fresh bread can ball up in the mouth. Wheat is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips of lightly toasted bread, crusts trimmed if thick.
Key nutrients
Allergen information
Wheat is a common allergen. Read Wheat guidance
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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