Peas
Usually introduced around 6 months
Choking notes
Whole peas are a small round shape that can be a choking risk. Burst, smash, or halve them so no whole round pea is served, and keep watching as your baby eats.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Cook peas until very soft, then burst each one or mash to a thick purée. The small round, firm shape is the part to soften, so press every pea flat before serving. Skip salt.
Burst or flatten each pea, or serve as a smooth thick mash.
9-12 months
As the pincer grasp develops, offer soft-cooked peas lightly smashed or halved so no whole round pea is left. A coarse mash also works well for self-feeding.
Lightly smash or halve each pea; no whole round peas.
12-18 months
Soft-cooked peas can be served closer to family texture, still lightly smashed or halved while chewing is developing. Stir them into rice, mash, or pasta so they stay easy to manage.
Lightly smashed or halved; mix into other soft foods.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Peas?
Most babies can try Peas 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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