Yes, bread can be safe for babies, generally around 6 months of age when they are ready to start solids.
Here's what to consider when introducing bread to your baby:
- Timing: Bread may be introduced as soon as your baby is ready to start eating solid foods, which is generally around 6 months of age.
- Texture: Start with resistive pieces of bread, like a strip of toast the size of two adult fingers pressed together, or the heel cut off from a crusty loaf of bread.
- Preparation: Toasting bread can help reduce the risk of choking and make it easier for your baby to handle. Offer strips of toast instead of small, easily broken pieces.
Here is a table summarizing the key points:
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | Generally around 6 months, when baby is ready for solids. |
| Type of Bread | Start with resistive pieces of bread, like a strip of toast or a heel from a crusty loaf. |
| Preparation | Toasting is recommended to reduce the risk of choking. |
| Serving Size | A strip of toast the size of two adult fingers pressed together or a heel cut off from a crusty loaf of bread, to begin with (resistive pieces) |
