Cherry
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Cherries can be given from 6 months onward, pitted and mashed or broken into tiny pieces (to guard against the choking risk).
How to serve it by age?
Remove the pit and mash the ripe cherry thoroughly or puree it; give with a spoon in a flowing consistency.
Quarter the pitted cherry lengthwise and give as soft pieces; do not let the baby take a whole one into their mouth.
Continue to serve pitted cherries halved/quartered; whole cherries are not safe.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
Remove the pit. Because whole cherries are round they can block the windpipe; until 12 months serve them mashed thoroughly or halved/quartered lengthwise.
📌 Watch out for these
- The pit poses a choking risk; always remove it.
- Because whole cherries are round and slippery, they should be given cut up until 12 months.
- On the first trial give a small amount and watch for skin and digestive reactions.
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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.