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

Sweet Potato for babies

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

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

Iron rich

How to prepare sweet Potato by age

6–9 months
Steam or roast until very soft. Cut into finger-length sticks or wedges.
9–12 months
Cut into smaller pieces or cubes. Can mash or serve as sticks.
12 months+
Serve in any form - mashed, cubed, or as fries.

Nutrition highlights

Vitamin A
High fiber
Potassium rich
Antioxidants

Serving ideas

Roasted sticks
Mashed with butter
Sweet potato pancakes
Mixed with lentils

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

Choosing and storing

Storage: Store in cool, dark place for up to 2 weeks.

Recipes with sweet Potato

Sources

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