🥜 Butternut squash
Allergen note
Butternut squash is generally well-tolerated and a low-allergen food; introduce it like any new food by offering a small amount and watching for any reaction.
How to serve
For babies 6+ months, serve 1-2 tablespoons of pureed, cooked squash; for toddlers, offer ¼ cup of soft, mashed or small roasted cubes as a finger food.
Preparation
Steam or roast until very soft, then puree to a smooth consistency for beginners, ensuring all seeds and stringy bits are removed to prevent choking.
Texture and choking risk
Butternut squash is low risk when cooked until very soft and mashed; avoid firm, raw chunks which are a choking hazard and always supervise meals.
Sources: cdc.gov · cdc.gov · healthychildren.org · healthychildren.org · healthychildren.org · nhs.uk · nhs.uk
Starting ages are typical guidance for healthy, full-term babies who show signs of readiness. Your paediatrician may advise differently, especially where there is a family history of allergy.
Track first tastes and reactions
Log when your child first tries butternut squash, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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