Allergen note
High – fish/shellfish allergen; introduce around 6 mo; ensure fully cooked and deboned.
How to serve
Offer soft flakes; check carefully for bones/shell.
Preparation
Cook until opaque and flaky; remove all bones/shell; serve warm and moist.
Texture and choking risk
Ensure soft textures; small, manageable pieces; always supervise and keep child seated.
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 shrimp / steamed or boiled, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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