Thyme
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Thyme is a mildly flavored herb, generally well tolerated, that can be sprinkled into meals in small amounts from 6 months.
How to serve it by age?
6-8 months
Add a pinch of dried thyme to a vegetable, potato, or meat dish and cook it together.
9-12 months
Use it for flavor in roasted vegetables, chicken, and soups.
12+ months
Continue to use it moderately in family meals.
📌 Watch out for these
- Use dried thyme sparingly; its intense aroma may cause the baby to reject the food.
- Prefer the leaf or the dried form, not thyme oil.
- Do not give thyme tea as a substitute for a drink.
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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.