Fig
Usually introduced around 6 months
Choking notes
The skin of a fresh fig can be tough for a young eater, and dried figs are sticky and chewy, which makes them harder to manage. Peel fresh figs and serve the soft inside; if using dried figs, soften them well and chop them small.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Choose a ripe, very soft fresh fig. Peel it, since the skin can be tough, and mash the soft inside or blend it into a smooth purée. It also stirs nicely into yogurt or oatmeal. If you only have dried figs, soak them until plump and soft, then purée; never offer a dried fig whole.
Peeled, mashed soft inside or smooth purée; dried figs soaked soft and puréed.
9-12 months
Offer small soft pieces of peeled fresh fig that your little one can pick up, around half an inch. Dried figs should be softened well and chopped small, never served whole or in chewy chunks. Keep pieces soft and easy to gum.
Small soft pieces of peeled fresh fig, about half an inch; dried softened and chopped small.
12-18 months
Offer bite-size soft pieces of fresh fig as part of a meal; peeling helps if the skin still seems tough. Dried figs stay sticky and chewy, so soften and chop them small even now. Watch chewy pieces and keep mealtimes seated and supervised.
Bite-size soft pieces of fresh fig; dried softened and chopped small.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Fig?
Most babies can try Fig from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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