Orange
Usually introduced around 6 months
Prep warning
Remove all seeds and the fibrous membrane — both are choking risks for young children.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Peel, remove all seeds, and strip away the tough white pith and membrane between segments.
Small pieces of peeled, membrane-free flesh, or mashed.
9-12 months
Peeled, seeded, membrane trimmed if chewy.
Small bite-sized pieces.
12-18 months
Peel, remove all seeds, and strip away the tough white pith and membrane between segments.
Small pieces of peeled, membrane-free flesh, or mashed.
18-24 months
Peel, remove all seeds, and strip away the tough white pith and membrane between segments.
Small pieces of peeled, membrane-free flesh, or mashed.
2 years and up
Peel, remove all seeds, and strip away the tough white pith and membrane between segments.
Small pieces of peeled, membrane-free flesh, or mashed.
Key nutrients
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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