Carrot
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Carrot is a classic starter vegetable from 6 months — but RAW carrot is a serious choking risk until age 3-4; always cook until soft.
How to serve it by age?
6-8 months
Steamed/boiled until well softened and pureed.
9-11 months
Finger-length soft-cooked sticks.
12+ months
Finely grated raw carrot (in salad) can be given; pieces of raw carrot are still forbidden.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
A piece of raw carrot and ring cuts are among the riskiest foods. Steamed-soft sticks or grated raw (12 months+) are the safe forms.
📌 Watch out for these
- Carrot very often and in large amounts can cause temporary yellowing of the skin (carotenemia) — it 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.