Allergen note
Celeriac is related to celery, a less common but potentially severe allergen, so introduce a small amount separately and watch for reactions.
How to serve
For infants (6+ months), steam and purée celeriac, offering 1-2 tablespoons. For toddlers, roast soft, bite-sized cubes as a finger food, serving about ¼ cup.
Preparation
Peel and steam or roast celeriac until very soft, then puree, mash, or grate it finely to prevent choking. Always ensure it is completely smooth for beginners or soft enough to smash easily between your fingers for older babies.
Texture and choking risk
Celeriac is a choking risk; always cook until very soft and mash or grate it finely, with close supervision during meals.
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 celeriac, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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