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Chickpeas for babies
⚠️ High choking risk — preparation matters
💪 Iron-rich
Safety first: Whole chickpeas are round and firm — always smash or mash for babies.
Why chickpeas is great for babies
Protein, iron, folate and fiber.
How to serve at 6–8 months
Smooth hummus (low-sodium, no whole seeds) spread on toast strips, or well-cooked chickpeas mashed thoroughly.
How to serve at 9–11 months
Flattened/smashed chickpeas for pincer practice; hummus as a dip.
How to serve at 12+ months
Smashed or halved chickpeas; whole soft-cooked around 18mo+ with good chewing.
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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.