Allergen note
Sausage often contains common allergens like milk, wheat, and soy; always check labels carefully and introduce a tiny amount of a plain, low-sodium variety to monitor for reactions.
How to serve
For infants 8+ months, offer a single, well-cooked, finely minced or mashed sausage half (1-2 tbsp) mixed into purees. For toddlers, serve 1-2 small, bite-sized pieces of thoroughly cooked, mild sausage as a finger food, ensuring the casing is removed.
Preparation
Always remove casings, cook thoroughly until no pink remains, and finely chop or puree to avoid choking hazards.
Texture and choking risk
Always remove the casing and cut sausage lengthwise into thin, manageable strips to reduce the round, coin-shaped choking hazard; always supervise closely 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 sausage, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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