Avocado
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Avocado is an almost ideal food for first complementary foods: from 6 months it can be mashed and served without cooking; its healthy fats support brain development.
How to serve it by age?
6-8 months
Ripe avocado mashed with a fork — on its own or with banana.
9-11 months
Lengthwise slices as finger food (if slippery, it can be rolled in a little flour or ground walnut).
12+ months
In cubes, or as a spread mashed on bread at breakfast.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
Ripe avocado is soft; do not give firm (unripe) pieces of avocado.
📌 Watch out for these
- It browns quickly after cutting — a squeeze of lemon delays it, and the browned part is harmless.
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⚕️ This page summarizes general pediatric recommendations; it is not medical advice. For babies with a history of allergies and whenever you are unsure, consult your pediatrician.