Choking notes
Halibut itself is low risk, but fish bones are a serious hazard. Remove all bones and skin before serving.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook well, remove bones and skin. Serve in strips, or flake into grains or mashed potatoes.
Strips about the width of two adult pinky fingers side by side.
9-12 months
Cook well, remove all bones and skin. Offer smaller pieces as the pincer grasp develops.
Smaller, deboned flaked pieces.
12-18 months
Cook well and debone. Try homemade fish cakes, and keep serving plain flaked halibut to build familiarity.
Flaked pieces or bite-sized fish cakes.
Key nutrients
Allergen information
Fish is a common allergen. Read Fish guidance
Common questions
When can my baby eat Halibut?
Most babies can try Halibut from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
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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