by Lily » 27 Aug 2016, 18:33
Choking hazards are really a matter of shape, not size. So whole grapes, cherry tomatoes and the like are risky because the round shape can block the windpipe. A piece of broccoli of any size is too wonky to be a choking hazard - it might go down the wrong way but it won't block the airway.
The main issue with food size for tiny babies is about their fine motor skills, rather than choking. If you give your baby small pieces, they will be completely hidden in the fist when they're picked up, which makes for a very frustrating experience. Soon your baby will develop a pincer grip, and then you're free to offer tiny things like peas and sweetcorn.
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