How to serve peas by age
6–8 months
Cook peas soft, then mash into a thick purée on a preloaded spoon, or smash them flat onto toast strips so none stay whole.
9–11 months
Flatten each soft-cooked pea between your fingers so it's no longer round; baby picks them up one at a time.
12–24 months
Keep smashing or flattening peas, or mix them into fried rice, pasta, or fritters where they're squished.
Needs special prep: high
choking risk in its raw or whole form
Smash or flatten every pea so none stays round.
Whole peas are small and round, the shape that can slip into the airway.
Nutrition
- Contains plant protein and fiber.
- Contains some iron and vitamin C.
Preparation tips
- Frozen peas are fine; cook them soft and smash with a fork or the back of a spoon.
Sources
- CDC · Infant and Toddler Nutrition: Choking Hazards
- American Academy of Pediatrics · HealthyChildren.org: Starting Solid Foods
- NHS Best Start in Life · Weaning
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