Allergen note
Spaghetti is generally well-tolerated, but introduce it with a simple tomato-free sauce to first rule out a wheat allergy.
How to serve
For infants 6+ months, serve 1-2 tbsp of soft, finely chopped spaghetti mixed with a puree; for toddlers, a ¼ cup portion of bite-sized pieces with a simple sauce is ideal.
Preparation
Cook spaghetti until very soft, then finely chop or puree it; always avoid adding salt or sugar and ensure it is cool to prevent burns.
Texture and choking risk
Spaghetti is a choking risk; always cut it into small, pea-sized pieces and serve it with sauce to reduce stickiness, while ensuring close adult supervision 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 spaghetti, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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