Sweet potato
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Roast, steam, or boil until soft. Skin off for the youngest eaters.
Thick wedges (finger-length, ~2 cm wide) for self-feeding, or mashed on a spoon.
9-12 months
Soft-cooked; skin on is fine once chewing improves.
Small cubes (~1 cm) for pincer practice.
12-18 months
Roast fries, mash, soup, curry — very versatile.
Bite-sized pieces.
18-24 months
Roast, steam, or boil until soft. Skin off for the youngest eaters.
Thick wedges (finger-length, ~2 cm wide) for self-feeding, or mashed on a spoon.
2 years and up
Roast, steam, or boil until soft. Skin off for the youngest eaters.
Thick wedges (finger-length, ~2 cm wide) for self-feeding, or mashed on a spoon.
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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