🧂 Ground cinnamon
Allergen note
Ground cinnamon is not a common allergen and is generally well-tolerated; introduce a tiny amount mixed into food to watch for any rare reactions.
How to serve
For infants 6+ months, stir a pinch (1/16 tsp) into oatmeal or yogurt; for toddlers, mix up to 1/8 tsp into applesauce or smoothies.
Preparation
Always mix a tiny pinch (less than 1/8 teaspoon) of cinnamon into pureed or mashed foods like applesauce or oatmeal after cooking, and never serve it raw or powdered to avoid inhalation risk.
Texture and choking risk
Never serve ground cinnamon dry; always mix it thoroughly into moist foods like oatmeal to prevent inhalation. Always supervise children while eating and ensure they are seated.
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 ground cinnamon, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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