![]() ![]() It is impossible to fully eliminate all risk of a baby or child choking on any liquid, puree, or food. The preparation suggestions we offer are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for child-specific, one-on-one advice from your pediatric medical or health professional or provider. In determining the recommendations for size and shape of foods, we use the best available scientific information regarding gross, fine, and oral motor development to minimize choking risk. Your child is an individual and may have needs or considerations beyond generally accepted practices. How do you prepare mango for babies with baby-led weaning?Įvery baby develops on their own timeline, and the suggestions on how to cut or prepare particular foods are generalizations for a broad audience. ★Tip: Add grip to slippery fruit like mangoes by rolling the spears in crushed whole grain cereal (ideally a sugar-free variety), finely-grated coconut, or finely ground nuts or seeds. Rinse canned mango before serving to remove excess sugars. If fresh mangoes are not available, choose frozen mangoes or opt for canned mangoes packed in water or natural juices – not syrups, which are way too sugary for children. Babies have an innate preference for sweetness and serving mango alongside other fruits, vegetables, and whole foods can help develop a taste for a wide variety of flavors as baby’s palate and food preferences are taking shape. Other noteworthy nutrients include folate (for cell growth) and vitamin B6, a nutrient that powers neurological development and function, and phytochemicals that may have anti-inflammatory properties to support cellular health.Ĭompared to other fruits, mangoes contain lots of natural sugar. ![]() ![]() The fruit is also loaded with beta-carotene, which baby converts to vitamin A for healthy eyes and a strong immune system, and tons of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that fuels growth and helps our bodies absorb iron in plant-based foods for healthy blood. Mangoes contain fiber to support healthy digestion, which can be helpful if baby is constipated. ![]()
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