My husband and I mash up apple, melon. and orange for our 4 month old son. I gave him cherry ( mashed and dillouted with water) today and my husband asked if cherries were ok. I honestly don't I know I would think it would be. I know you can't give babies honey is there anything else I shoudln't give him? We only give him fruit. Other than that he is on formula.
2006-06-26 04:21:15 · 12 answers · asked by La Dee Da 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
The fruit he eats is dillouted with water and mashed very well. He doesn't "eat" the fruit he drinks the juice/water from a spoon. We only gave him orage once but apple or melon is every day. He has no allergies to them and no problems in the diaper department.
2006-06-26 04:56:33 · update #1
The oranges are questionable because they are acidic. If he hasn't had an adverse reaction (rash, diarrhea) then he should be fine. I would watch him for reactions to the cherries tho. And don't introduce too many fruits at one time, if he does have a reaction you need to know which fruit caused it. You are right, no honey for babies - it's known to cause allergic reactions. Apple, melon and oranges are fine. You might try some bananas - they're soft, easy to digest and good for him.
2006-06-26 04:30:53 · answer #1 · answered by Jacki 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes - you should avoid citrus fruit (that does include strawberries) for the first year because citrus can cause an allergic reaction. I don't see why cherries would be a problem, although they might be kind of a pain, to pit and mash enough to make a serving.
Have you tried avocado and sweet potatoes? I bet he'd like them.
2006-06-26 04:27:37 · answer #2 · answered by FrenchAngel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Citrus and berries are the most allergenic fruits. They shouldn't be introduced until at least 9 months, although many people recommend waiting for a year.
But a baby shouldn't get *any* solids until 6 months old or older. They cannot digest them, and it can cause him to develop allergies.
2006-06-26 04:47:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll tell you what. I'm not a doctor, but a mother of two. You should be asking your pediatrician this question. He/She will know what is best for your child. However, keep a close eye on him after you've given him a new food, and don't give him more than one new food in a weeks time. That way if he has an allergic reaction, you'll know what it's to. I wish you lots of luck!
April
mommy of 2 angels.
2006-06-26 04:58:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son was allergic to strawberries. When he was about 14 months old my mom let him have some at her house. He broke out into a bad rash all over. The poor kid had lots of pain in the diaper area from it. I suggest just being cautious as to what you give your baby. Give him small quantities at a time to make sure all is well.
2006-06-26 04:28:56 · answer #5 · answered by ktpb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Strawberries before age 1 due to the potential for allergic reactions and sometimes bananas can cause gas pain.
2006-06-26 04:58:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually you shouldnt give children under 1 any citrus fruits or juice because of the acidity could cause them to have a bad stomach pains because their digestive systems are not developed enough.
2006-06-26 04:35:51 · answer #7 · answered by sjeboyce 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Citrus (oranges, lemon, lime, grapefruit...) and strawberries are all off limits for babies. Also do not give your baby anything with peanuts until he is at least 2 years old.
2006-06-27 07:25:12 · answer #8 · answered by Jacob's Mommy (Plus One) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're supposed to hold off on strawberries and citrus until they are at least a year old.
2006-06-26 04:29:18 · answer #9 · answered by all_my_armour_falling_down 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try avoiding citrus fruits.
2006-06-26 06:59:25 · answer #10 · answered by c_seems 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋