🧂 Fresh herbs
Allergen note
Fresh herbs are generally well-tolerated and rarely allergenic; introduce them individually and in small amounts to monitor for any potential reactions.
How to serve
For infants 6+ months, purée a pinch of soft herbs like basil or cilantro into their vegetable purées. For toddlers, finely mince a teaspoon of herbs and mix into yogurt, scrambled eggs, or pasta sauce.
Preparation
Always finely chop or puree herbs to prevent choking, and cook them into soft foods like purees or scrambled eggs to enhance both safety and digestibility.
Texture and choking risk
Fresh herbs pose a choking risk; always finely chop or puree them into meals instead of serving whole leaves. Always supervise children closely while they are eating.
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 fresh herbs, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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