Celery, well-cooked in food
VegetablesFrom about 9 monthsAllergen: celery
When can babies start?
Celery, well-cooked in food can usually be offered from around 9 months, once solids are underway.Guideline basis: WHO 2023 complementary feeding guideline with NHS and AAP aligned notes
How to serve by age
- Up to 24 monthswell-cooked soft in family food
Allergen information
Celery, well-cooked in food belongs to the celery allergen group. Guidance suggests offering it on its own in an age-appropriate form, starting small, and keeping it in the diet once introduced.
If you ever suspect a reaction, stop the food and talk to your paediatrician.
Fits these family diets
VegetarianJainEgglessNon-vegetarian
Common questions
- When can babies have Celery, well-cooked in food?
- Celery, well-cooked in food can usually be offered from around 9 months (WHO 2023 complementary feeding guideline with NHS and AAP aligned notes)
- How should I serve Celery, well-cooked in food at first?
- Start with well-cooked soft in family food, and progress textures as your baby grows — see the serving guide above.
- Is Celery, well-cooked in food a common allergen?
- Yes — Celery, well-cooked in food is in the celery group. Offer it on its own in a small, age-appropriate amount and keep it in the diet once it goes well.
Why we say this
Celery is an EU-labelled allergen so introduce alone and cooked
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Educational information from curated sources — not medical advice. Always confirm with your paediatrician.