This fruit is packed with benefits for both babies and you! Here are just a few of them:
• They’re full of fibre, vitamin C, K and Potassium
• Easy to digest
• A is also for lots of Antioxidants!
• They boost their energy (and yours)!
• They fit in bags, lunch boxes, and even pockets…
• Variety! Red, yellow, green… Apples will keep mealtimes tasty and colourful
We have lots of ideas to help you include apples in your little one's diet. Please scroll down for more information.
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Introducing apple: There are different ways to include apples in your baby’s diet, depending on their age and needs.
Find ideas for each age group below.
Introducing apple at 6-9 months
Puree - A smooth and delicious start until they are 9-months-old.
Shredded- At 9 months, you can use a cheese grater to make little piles for them.
Introducing apple at 9-12 months
Shredded- At 9 months, you can use a cheese grater to make little piles for them.
Thin slices - From age 1. They’ll love picking them up and feeding themselves. Perfect for baby-led weaning!
Introducing apple at 12-18 months
Thin slices - From age 1. They’ll love picking them up and feeding themselves.
Whole - By age 2, you can peel the fruit and enjoy seeing them munch it on.
Plus, see below for lots of deliciously easy weaning apple recipes and beyond!
Once your child is old enough, there’s no need to peel the apple... less fuss, more healthy nutrients.
Always wash the apple first to rinse off any pesticides
Take the seeds out
