Baby Food Introduction Guide
Select your baby's age to see which foods are safe to introduce, how to prepare them, and which ones to avoid — all based on AAP and CDC guidelines.
Select your baby's current age to see appropriate foods
Texture stage: Smooth purees
Start with single-ingredient purees. Thin, smooth textures that slide off a spoon.
Foods to Avoid at 6 Months
Based on CDC and AAP choking hazard and safety guidelines
Risk of infant botulism. Botulism spores are not killed by cooking.
OK after 12 months
May cause intestinal bleeding and lacks nutrients infants need. OK for cooking/baking in small amounts.
OK after 12 months
No nutritional benefit over whole fruit. AAP recommends no juice before 12 months.
OK after 12 months
Choking hazard. Offer only as finely ground or as nut/seed butters thinned into food.
Choking hazard. Always cut lengthwise into quarters.
Choking hazard. Cut lengthwise, then into small pieces.
Choking hazard.
Choking hazard. Always cook until soft.
Choking hazard.
Choking hazard.
Babies’ kidneys cannot handle excess sodium. Added sugar provides empty calories. Avoid until at least 24 months per Dietary Guidelines.
OK after 24 months
Risk of harmful bacteria. Avoid unpasteurized milk, juice, and soft cheeses.
OK after 24 months
Shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, bigeye tuna contain high mercury levels harmful to developing brains.
Based on AAP and CDC recommendations for introducing solid foods. Wait 3–5 days between new foods to watch for reactions. Always consult your pediatrician for personalized advice.
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