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Rice
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Prep:
Cook until very soft. Sticky or short-grain varieties clump and are easier to scoop.
Cut:
Serve in small sticky clumps on a pre-loaded spoon, or rolled into mini balls.
9-12 months
Prep:
Any cooked rice works once pincer grasp develops. Mix with sauce, stew, or protein for easier pickup.
Cut:
Spoonfuls or small clumps.
12-18 months
Prep:
Rice on its own or in a shared meal. Stickier, moister rice is easier for utensil practice.
Cut:
Cooked, loose or sticky.
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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