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Barley for babies

Grains · suitable from 6 months

✓ Low choking risk

Why barley is great for babies

Chewy whole grain with beta-glucan fiber. Contains gluten.

How to serve at 6–8 months

Cook pearl barley until very soft and fold into thick soups or mash — grains are too small to pick up alone.

How to serve at 9–11 months

Soft-cooked barley in stews and grain bowls.

How to serve at 12+ months

Barley in soups, salads and pilafs.

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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.