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Eggplant for babies
✓ Low choking risk
Why eggplant is great for babies
Fiber and antioxidants; cooks down to a silky, easy-to-eat texture.
How to serve at 6–8 months
Roast or steam thick spears until collapsing-soft (skin removed if tough), or mash into baba ganoush-style dip.
How to serve at 9–11 months
Soft-cooked pieces or eggplant dip on toast strips.
How to serve at 12+ months
Cooked pieces, in pasta or curries.
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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.