🧂 Whole garlic cloves
Allergen note
While garlic is not a common allergen, introduce a tiny, well-cooked amount to watch for rare reactions or digestive discomfort.
How to serve
For infants 8+ months, mash a single soft-roasted clove into purees or yogurt; for toddlers, finely mince a clove and mix into savory dishes like pasta sauce or mashed potatoes.
Preparation
Always cook whole garlic cloves until soft to reduce pungency and choking risk; mash or puree into a smooth paste for safe consumption.
Texture and choking risk
Whole garlic cloves are a choking risk; always mince or crush them into purees and 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 whole garlic cloves, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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