Life With A Baby - When is the best time to introduce Honey?

Thursday, May 13, 2010 5:51 PM

Message # 340813

Deleted user

Honey has its important nutritional value, anti-oxidants, and helps boost the immune system. It tastes great, right, and a wonderful sweetener for anything. For children, what age is the most suitable time? What amount to start with? When did you introduce honey to your baby and how?

Friday, May 14, 2010 12:04 PM

Reply # 341189 on 340813

Claire (Administrator)

The current recommendation is that honey should be introduced only after the baby is a year old.
As always when it comes to introducing new foods, always check with your child's doctor.

Friday, May 14, 2010 1:40 PM

Reply # 341254 on 341189

Deleted user

To Claire's point - we consulted with our pedi and he said after 1, which is what we did. First I smeared a bit on a spoon, then started adding to fruit drinks instead of sugar. Now I made decaf tea for the mornings and add instead of sugar.

Thursday, May 27, 2010 10:53 PM

Reply # 350562 on 340813

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When my kids were down with the flu, my doctor recommended to give it during the evening before bedtime to help soothe the dry cough and other aches & pains. I had to clarify, too, esp with my 12 mos old. And he gave a green light.

When is the best time to introduce Honey?

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