1. Wash your hands and wash the avocado thoroughly under running water.
2. Choose a ripe avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure so the flesh is soft enough for baby's gums.
3. Place the avocado on a clean cutting board. Using a knife, cut lengthwise around the pit, twist the halves to separate and carefully remove the pit.
4. Scoop the flesh from the skin with a spoon, or peel the skin away with your fingers to keep pieces soft and intact.
5. Cut the avocado flesh into thick wedges or sticks about 15–25 mm wide and 40–60 mm long so baby can grasp them easily; pieces should be soft and squash slightly when pressed.
6. Offer one avocado stick at a time, with the baby sitting upright and closely supervised. Allow the baby to hold, gnaw and take bites independently (baby-led weaning). Remove any pieces that become too small or are heavily chewed; do not re-offer pieces that have been in the baby's mouth.

Summary

Cold, single-ingredient avocado sticks suitable as a baby-led weaning snack for babies 4–10 months who can sit with support and show readiness for solid foods. No added seasonings or other ingredients.

Storing options

Use prepared avocado immediately for best texture and color. If necessary, store cut avocado in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 12 hours; whole uncut avocados can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but may brown.

Allergies & Side effects

Avocado allergy is uncommon but possible. Introduce this food when baby has not eaten other new foods the same day and watch for signs of allergic reaction (rash, vomiting, swelling, difficulty breathing). Always supervise to reduce choking risk and consult your pediatrician before introducing solids, especially before 6 months.