GrainsModerate choking riskFrom 6 months
Barley (pearled, cooked)
How to serve
Around 6 months
Cook until very soft and blend smooth.
9 months
Mash well; whole grains can be hard to manage, so mash rather than serve whole.
12 months+
Well-cooked in soups and stews.
Good to know
- CDC lists whole grain kernels (e.g. barley) as a choking hazard — mash for babies.