Module 4: Are there certain foods I should avoid giving my baby?


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Module Objective

After completing the module, parents will be able to identify at least 2 examples of foods or beverages that they should not give to their baby before age 1.

Babies are learning how to eat new foods and need help to be safe. Mash or puree foods until your baby is 12 months old.

Do not feed your baby the following foods because they are choking hazards

  • Hot dogs
  • Nuts
  • Grapes
  • Raisins
  • Raw carrots
  • Popcorn
  • Hard candy

Wait until your baby is 12 months old before you give him/her cow’s milk.

Do not give your baby juice or other sweetened drinks before 12 months. These drinks have low nutrition and can cause cavities.

Honey should not be given before age 1, because it can cause an illness called botulism.

Watch this video to learn about what foods to avoid giving your baby:

Checkpoint

How important is it for me to avoid feeding my baby certain foods or drinks (e.g. cow’s milk, juice) before the age of 1 year?

Not at all important

Very important


How confident am I about knowing which foods or drinks to avoid giving my baby before the age of 1 year?

Not at all confident

Very confident