Turnip
8 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
A root vegetable from the brassica family that can be given after 8 months when cooked until soft and pureed.
How to serve it by age?
8-10 months
Boil it thoroughly and, as a puree, start with a small amount.
10-12 months
As a finger food in soft-cooked sticks or small pieces.
12+ months
It can be given in small bites added to vegetable dishes.
🫁 Choking risk and safe serving
Its raw and hard pieces pose a choking risk; cook it until soft and serve it mashed.
📌 Watch out for these
- Because it is a brassica, it can cause gas and bloating; start with a small amount.
- Give it well-cooked, not raw.
- Sour and salty turnip juice is not suitable for babies; prefer turnip cooked as a vegetable.
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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.