Allergen note
Peach allergy is uncommon in babies, but older children with pollen allergy may get an itchy mouth from raw peach, and it is a more frequent fruit allergy around the Mediterranean. Offer it on its own at first and watch for lip swelling, hives or itching.
How to serve
At 6–8 months, offer half a ripe, soft peach with the pit removed to gnaw on, large skin-on wedges to grip, or mashed peach. From 9 months, cut soft bite-sized pieces. Serve fresh fruit rather than peach juice or peaches canned in syrup.
Preparation
Wash well and remove the pit. Very ripe peaches can be served raw; if the fruit is firm, steam the slices for a few minutes or bake them until soft. Peel it if your baby struggles with the skin, and mash or blend it for spoon-feeding.
Texture and choking risk
Firm, unripe peach and slippery peel can be hard to manage, and the pit is a serious choking hazard. Choose ripe fruit that squashes easily, remove the pit completely, peel if needed, and always supervise while your child eats.
Sources: cdc.gov · cdc.gov · 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 peach, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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