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Watermelon for babies
△ Moderate choking risk
Safety first: Chunks can break off in hard pieces; remove all seeds.
Why watermelon is great for babies
Hydrating with vitamins A and C.
How to serve at 6–8 months
Thick seedless spears or a large thin wide slice to gnaw. Remove every seed.
How to serve at 9–11 months
Bite-size seedless pieces.
How to serve at 12+ months
Small triangles or cubes, seeds removed.
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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.