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Yogurt

6 months and up

⚡ Quick answer

Yogurt can be given from 6 months — the rule 'milk is forbidden but yogurt is allowed' is correct because fermentation changes the protein; it should be unsweetened and made from pasteurized milk.

How to serve it by age?

6-8 months

Plain, unsweetened, whole-fat yogurt — alone or with fruit puree. 50-60 ml a day is enough.

9-11 months

The amount can increase; recipes with vegetables and yogurt can be added.

12+ months

100-120 ml a day; ayran (unsalted/low-salt homemade) is also an option.

⚠️ Allergen information

In babies with cow's milk protein allergy, yogurt can also cause a reaction; if symptoms appear, consult a doctor.

📌 Watch out for these

  • Most ready-made fruit yogurts contain sugar — read the label, buy plain.
  • Homemade yogurt should be made from pasteurized milk; never from raw milk.

⚕️ 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.