Mango
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
From 6 months, mango is a soft first fruit that can be given, once the skin and pit are removed, either mashed or in large strips.
How to serve it by age?
Remove the skin and pit; mash the ripe, soft mango into a puree or give it in large strips the baby can grasp (it may be slippery, so hold it securely).
Chop the soft mango into small, bite-sized cubes; the child may try to eat on their own.
Serve ripe mango in small pieces as a finger food.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
Remove the large pit and the skin; because the ripe flesh is slippery, hold large strips securely or give it mashed.
📌 Watch out for these
- The large pit and the skin must always be removed.
- In some babies, the skin and juice can cause mild irritation/redness around the mouth.
- Ripe mango is slippery; hold the strips securely or give it mashed.
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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.