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Asparagus for babies
△ Moderate choking risk
Safety first: The fibrous stalk can shred into strings — cook until fully soft and trim woody ends.
Why asparagus is great for babies
Folate, vitamin K and prebiotic fiber (may make diapers smell funny — harmless).
How to serve at 6–8 months
Steam or roast thick spears until completely soft; baby holds the stalk and gnaws the tip.
How to serve at 9–11 months
Soft-cooked spears cut into small pieces.
How to serve at 12+ months
Cooked pieces or whole soft spears.
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General information compiled from public pediatric feeding recommendations — not medical advice. Always supervise your baby while eating and talk to your pediatrician about starting solids and introducing allergens, especially if your baby has severe eczema or an existing food allergy.