Bone marrow
Usually introduced around 6 months
Prep warning
Cook the marrow through, serve only the soft inside in small amounts, and skip added salt.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Roast the bone until the marrow is fully cooked and soft, then scoop out the soft inside and serve a small amount as a smooth spread, stirred into a vegetable puree, or thinly smeared on a soft strip of toast. It is rich, so a little goes a long way. Skip added salt.
A smooth spread, mixed into puree or thinly on a soft strip.
9-12 months
Offer the soft cooked marrow as a thin spread on a soft carrier, such as a strip of toast or a soft vegetable, or stirred into mashed grains. Keep the portion small since it is very rich, and continue without added salt.
Thinly spread on a soft carrier, or stirred into a mash.
12-18 months
Serve the soft cooked marrow spread on soft bread or stirred into family dishes as a rich addition. A small amount adds plenty of flavor, so keep the portion modest and the salt low.
Spread on soft bread or stirred into a dish; modest portion.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Bone marrow?
Most babies can try Bone marrow from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
Is Bone marrow a choking hazard for babies?
Bone marrow is considered a lower choking-risk food when served in age-appropriate sizes and textures. Follow the cut sizes above and always stay close during meals.
Is Bone marrow a common allergen?
Bone marrow is not one of the major food allergens. Any new food can still cause a reaction, so keep an eye on your baby the first few times.
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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