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Melon
Usually introduced around 6 months
2 key nutrients
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Prep:
Ripe and soft. Remove rind and all seeds.
Cut:
Finger-length soft spears.
9-12 months
Prep:
Fresh, ripe, rind and seeds removed.
Cut:
Small bite-sized cubes.
12-18 months
Prep:
Ripe melon in bite-sized pieces, or — closer to 18 months — long flat pieces with seeds and rind removed for biting practice.
Cut:
Bite-sized, or long flat pieces with rind removed closer to 18 months.
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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