Rhubarb
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook chopped rhubarb stalks until soft and serve over scoopable foods like warm cereal, yogurt, ricotta, or whipped cream. Never serve the leaves.
Cooked chopped stalks only. Discard leaves.
9-12 months
Continue cooked chopped stalks served over scoopable foods. Pair with stewed strawberries, savory stews, or alongside meats. Always discard leaves.
Cooked chopped stalks. No leaves.
12-18 months
Continue cooked chopped stalks with cardamom, cinnamon, or ginger. Many toddlers can manage raw rhubarb sliced thin to reduce choking risk.
Cooked chopped stalks, or thin raw slices. No leaves.
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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