6+ months · dairy
Plain Yogurt
Choose full-fat, plain (unsweetened) yogurt. Serve pre-loaded on a spoon or as a dip for fruit. Greek yogurt is thicker and easier to manage. Avoid flavored/sweetened varieties.
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Dairy · Around 12+ months
Whole Milk
Rich in calcium, vitamin D, protein, and fat. After 12 months, provides essential nutrients for growth. Choose whole milk (not reduced fat) until age 2.
Contains a common allergen: dairy.
Record a taste of whole milkPrepare with care
Not recommended as a drink before 12 months (displaces breast milk/formula nutrition). Small amounts in cooking or baking are fine from 6 months. After 12 months, whole milk can be a main drink.
Age is a guide, not a readiness assessment. Seat your baby upright and stay with them while eating. The food photo is ingredient inspiration, not a serving-size or texture instruction.
A note on allergens
Introduce common allergens one at a time in small amounts, from around 6 months. If tolerated, include them in the usual diet. If your baby has eczema, a diagnosed allergy or a previous reaction, ask your pediatrician before introduction. NHS guidance.
Reliable starting points
Written by the Babysential team. General feeding information, adapted from CDC guidance on starting solids and NHS first foods guidance. Your child’s clinician can help with individual feeding concerns.
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6+ months · dairy
Cheese
Offer thin strips of mild cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, Swiss). Avoid soft/unpasteurized cheeses. Grated cheese can be added to other foods for extra calcium.
6+ months · dairy
Cottage Cheese
Choose full-fat, low-sodium variety. Serve pre-loaded on a spoon or mixed with fruit. The small curds are easy for babies to manage.