Prep warning
Check carefully for pin bones every time. Skip raw or smoked salmon for babies and toddlers.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Bake, poach, or steam until just opaque. Remove skin and every bone. Pin bones are easy to miss. Fish is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Flaked boneless pieces, or finger-length strips.
9-12 months
Boneless, skinless, flaked into meals or patties.
Small bite-sized pieces.
12-18 months
Cooked, deboned salmon in strips, bite-sized pieces, flakes, or cakes. Smoked salmon or lox okay in moderation.
Strips, flakes, bite-sized, or patties. Always debone.
Key nutrients
Allergen information
Fish is a common allergen. Read Fish guidance
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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