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Corn for babies

Vegetables · suitable from 6 months

△ Moderate choking risk
Safety first: Loose kernels can be inhaled by young babies; on the cob is safer early on.

Why corn is great for babies

Fiber, B vitamins and energy.

How to serve at 6–8 months

Cooked corn on the cob (halved crosswise) — baby gnaws kernels off, which is safer than loose kernels. Or blend kernels into a mash.

How to serve at 9–11 months

Loose cooked kernels are usually okay now; flatten them for extra caution.

How to serve at 12+ months

On the cob or loose kernels.

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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.