General information, not medical advice. Talk to your pediatrician before starting solids or allergens.

Avocado for babies

When and how to serve avocado at every stage of starting solids.

Introduce from: 6–9 months
Safety notes: No choking or allergen flag

How to prepare avocado by age

6–9 months
Cut into thick wedges with skin on for grip. Remove pit completely. Mash for spreading on toast.
9–12 months
Cut into small cubes or thin slices. Can serve mashed as dip.
12 months+
Serve in any form - cubes, slices, or whole half with spoon.

Allergy notes

Very rare allergen. May cause oral allergy syndrome in those with latex allergy.

Nutrition highlights

Healthy fats
High fiber
Vitamin E
Potassium rich

Serving ideas

Spread on toast
Mix with banana
Add to smoothies
Serve with eggs

Prepare these as described above for your baby’s age.

Choosing and storing

Ripeness: Should yield to gentle pressure when ripe.

Storage: Store at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Recipes with avocado

Sources

This guide is based on published guidance from:

AAP (HealthyChildren.org): Starting Solid Foods

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