Chia Seeds

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Chia seeds can be introduced around 6 months. They must be soaked or ground - dry seeds can be a choking hazard.

How to serve

6-9 months

Add soaked or ground chia to purees or oatmeal.

9-12 months

Include in puddings or smoothies.

12-24 months

Use in baking or as pudding.

IronCalciumFiberProteinB vitaminsHealthy fatsZinc

Excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein. Contains calcium, iron, and antioxidants.

Soak in liquid until gel-like. Dry chia seeds can be a choking risk and expand in throat.

Always soak chia seeds in liquid before serving - they expand significantly. Ground chia can be added directly to foods.

Chia pudding (chia seeds soaked in milk overnight) is an easy, nutritious option. Use a 1:4 ratio of chia to liquid.

Baby-led weaning recipes with Chia Seeds, each tagged by age, on BLW Recipes, our recipe site.

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