Fennel (Vegetable)
8 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
A mildly sweet vegetable that can be given after 8 months when its bulb is cooked thoroughly and pureed.
How to serve it by age?
8-10 months
Boil the bulb thoroughly and start with a small amount as a puree.
10-12 months
As a finger food in soft-cooked thin slices.
12+ months
Serve it added to vegetable dishes and soups.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
When raw it is fibrous and hard, posing a choking risk; cook it thoroughly and serve it mashed or pureed.
📌 Watch out for these
- For a baby, cooked fennel vegetable should be preferred over fennel tea; frequent and excessive use of the tea is not recommended.
- Start with a small amount and watch the digestive response.
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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.