Lemon
Fruit
6+ months
🍊 Vitamin C
✨ Milestone Magic
Nutrition Information
Lemon is an excellent source of nutrients for your weaning baby.
Calories
80 kcal / 100g
Protein
1g
Carbohydrates
9g
Fat
7g (healthy fats)
Fiber
3g
Key Benefits: Lemon supports healthy brain development and provides essential vitamins for growing babies.
How to Serve Lemon
Serve lemon as a smooth puree or very soft mash. Start with 1-2 teaspoons and gradually increase.
Tips:
- ✓ Start with smooth texture
- ✓ Offer on a preloaded spoon
- ✓ Let baby explore with hands
Serving Suggestions
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Puree
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Mash
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Strips
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Chunks
How to serve lemon
Lemon can now be served as soft pieces or thick mash. Baby can start self-feeding.
Tips:
- ✓ Soft, mashable pieces
- ✓ Finger food strips
- ✓ Encourage self-feeding
Serving Suggestions
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Puree
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Mash
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Strips
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Chunks
How to serve lemon
Offer lemon in various textures and as part of mixed dishes.
Tips:
- ✓ Mixed textures OK
- ✓ Include in recipes
- ✓ Family meals together
Serving Suggestions
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Puree
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Mash
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Strips
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Chunks
How to serve lemon
Lemon can be served in most forms appropriate for toddlers.
Tips:
- ✓ Most textures safe
- ✓ Regular family portions
- ✓ Encourage independence
Serving Suggestions
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Puree
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Mash
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Strips
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Chunks
How to serve lemon
Tracking Progress
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1/15 exposures
Interaction Progress
Saw
Smelt
Touched
Tasted
Chewed
Swallowed
Texture Progression
✓
Puree
✓
Mash
3
Soft Pieces
4
Regular
Allergic Reactions
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I introduce lemon?
Lemon can typically be introduced from 6 months as one of baby's first foods.
Is lemon a common allergen?
No, lemon is not a common allergen.
How should I prepare lemon?
Always ensure lemon is ripe and soft. Remove any skin or pits, and serve in an age-appropriate texture.
How much should I offer?
Start with 1-2 teaspoons and let baby guide how much they want. Follow their hunger cues.