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Bell Pepper for babies
△ Moderate choking risk
Safety first: Raw pepper is firm and the skin is slippery. Cook soft for babies; thin raw strips for toddlers.
Why bell pepper is great for babies
One of the best vitamin C sources in the produce aisle.
How to serve at 6–8 months
Roast or steam wide strips until soft, skin removed if tough.
How to serve at 9–11 months
Soft-cooked small pieces, or very thin raw strips to gnaw.
How to serve at 12+ months
Thin raw strips or cooked pieces.
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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.