Corn for babies
A staple cereal grain commonly used in various dishes, but can pose a choking risk in certain forms.
Key facts
- Category
- Cereals and legumes
- 🤧 Common food allergen
- No
- 😨 High choking risk
- Yes
- 🐥 From 12 months
- No
Can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
High risk of choking unless prepared safely (for example cooked soft, mashed, ground or cut lengthwise).
Frequently asked questions
When can babies eat corn?
In the BabyWean list, corn can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
Is corn a common allergen for babies?
No. Corn is not one of the common food allergens in the BabyWean list. Any food can cause a reaction, so it is still worth noting the day your baby tries it.
Is corn a choking hazard?
Corn is marked as a high choking risk unless it is prepared safely for your baby’s age (for example cooked soft, mashed, ground or cut lengthwise).
How do I keep track of when my baby tried corn?
Add corn in BabyWean with the date, notes and whether there was a reaction. Your list syncs across phones, so every caregiver sees what your baby has already tried. It is free.
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