Herring for babies
A flavorful and oily fish, often enjoyed for its taste and nutritional benefits.
Key facts
- Category
- Meat, fish and egg
- 🤧 Common food allergen
- Yes
- 😨 High choking risk
- No
- 🐥 From 12 months
- No
Can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
Frequently asked questions
When can babies eat herring?
In the BabyWean list, herring can be offered from the start of weaning (around 6 months), suitably prepared.
Is herring a common allergen for babies?
Yes. Herring is marked as a common food allergen in the BabyWean list. Note the day your baby first tries it and any reaction, and follow your paediatrician on how to introduce allergens.
Is herring a choking hazard?
Herring is not marked as a high choking risk, but every food should be offered in a size and texture suitable for your baby, always seated and supervised.
How do I keep track of when my baby tried herring?
Add herring 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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