Egg
A top allergen and a nutrient-dense first food, best introduced early and often once other solids are tolerated.
Nutrition Highlights
- Complete protein
- Choline for brain development
- Vitamin D and B12
Serving Guidance by Age Stage
6-8mo
Serving shape/size: Well-cooked scrambled egg in soft curds, or a hard-boiled yolk mashed with breastmilk/formula/water.
Choking-risk notes: Avoid runny or undercooked egg. Introduce a small amount first and watch for a reaction before offering a full portion.
Safe prep: Cook thoroughly until no liquid egg remains. Start with just the yolk if introducing whole egg for the first time is a concern, then move to whole egg.
9-11mo
Serving shape/size: Scrambled egg pieces, mini frittata fingers, or hard-boiled egg quartered.
Choking-risk notes: Dry, rubbery overcooked egg can be harder to swallow — keep it moist.
Safe prep: Mix with a little yogurt or avocado to keep it soft.
12-18mo
Serving shape/size: Any well-cooked form: omelette strips, boiled egg halves, egg muffins.
Choking-risk notes: Low risk when fully cooked.
Safe prep: No special prep beyond thorough cooking.
18mo+
Serving shape/size: Any cooked egg preparation the family eats.
Choking-risk notes: Minimal risk.
Safe prep: No special prep required.