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Strawberry
Usually introduced around 6 months
3 key nutrients
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Prep:
Ripe and soft. Remove leafy tops.
Cut:
Mashed, or offer a whole large strawberry (bigger than baby's mouth) for gnawing.
9-12 months
Prep:
Fresh, ripe. Skip unripe hard fruit.
Cut:
Thin slices or small quarters.
12-18 months
Prep:
Sliced strawberries, or — when ripe and soft — large whole or quartered berries. Softer berry = lower choking risk.
Cut:
Sliced, or quartered/whole when ripe and soft.
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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