Orange and Citrus
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Orange can be given from 6 months AS FRUIT (segments/puree); squeezing its JUICE and giving it as a drink is not recommended before 12 months — it is a pulp-free sugar load.
How to serve it by age?
Membrane-removed segments mashed or in puree.
Small membrane-free pieces as finger food.
Segments can be tried with their membrane; always the fruit itself instead of fruit juice.
⚠️ Allergen information
Acid contact can cause redness around the mouth and the diaper area; it is usually not an allergy.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
The membranes can be fibrous for young babies: remove the membrane in the first months.
📌 Watch out for these
- Whether store-bought or homemade, fruit juice is not recommended for under age 1.
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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.