What Should Your Baby Eat in the First Year? Discover 6 Recommended Foods

In the first months of a baby's life, breast milk is best, but gradually introducing new flavors can aid healthy development. Here is a list of 5 recommended foods and how to serve them. Consult a pediatrician before making any changes:

1. Sweet Potato

Sweet potatoes can be introduced at six months. They have a sweet taste and are rich in beta-carotene, supporting healthy skin, immune system, and eye development.

To serve – peel the sweet potato, wash it, and cook in water until soft. Mash with a fork and add a drop of breast milk or water.

2. Avocado

Avocado can be introduced at four months. It contains monounsaturated fat for brain development and energy. Its fiber helps food move easily through the baby's digestive system.

To serve – mash the avocado with a fork, add a drop of breast milk, and mix well to a puree consistency.

3. Apples

Apples can be introduced at six months. They contain fiber to aid digestion and vitamins A and E, phosphorus, folic acid, and magnesium.

To serve – peel and cut the apple into small pieces, cook with a cup of water for about 15 minutes on medium heat. Once cooled, mash with a fork before serving to the baby.

4. Pears

Pears can be introduced at six months. They contain fiber for relieving constipation and vitamins C and copper, protecting body cells and boosting the immune system.

To serve – mash a soft pear with a fork.

5. Bananas

Bananas can be introduced at five months. They are rich in potassium, balancing fluids in the body, aiding muscle function, particularly calming the heart muscle and regulating heartbeat. Starting banana consumption early can reduce risks of osteoporosis or kidney stones later. They also provide carbohydrates and fiber for energy and digestion.

To serve – mash the banana with a fork to get a pudding-like texture.

6. Carrots

Carrots can be introduced at six months. They contain beta-carotene for healthy eye, skin, and immune system development. They also have high levels of vitamins C, K, B8, folic acid, potassium, calcium, and iron.

To serve – peel, boil, then mash the carrot and mix with breast milk until achieving a puree consistency.