First foods database
🐟 Haddock for babies: when and how to serve it
Can babies eat haddock? Yes, from about 6 months. Haddock is a mild, flaky white fish with plenty of protein and iodine, and it is low in mercury. Fish is a common allergen, so introduce it on its own first.
Good source of: Protein, Iodine, Vitamin B12, Selenium
How to serve haddock by age
6 to 9 months
Bake, poach or steam until it flakes easily, then check carefully for bones. Flake into mash, or offer soft chunks to hold. Mix with a little milk-based sauce for spoon feeding.
9 to 12 months
Flaked haddock in fishcakes, pies and pasta.
12 months and up
Haddock in family fish pies and homemade fish fingers. Smoked haddock is salty: keep it occasional.
Choking safety
Flaked haddock is soft but may contain small bones. Feel through the flesh with your fingers before serving.
Gagging is common and noisy while babies learn to eat. Choking is usually silent. Always stay with your baby while they eat, sitting upright. How to help a choking baby (NHS).
Good to know
- Fish is an allergen: introduce on its own and keep offering.
- Smoked haddock is high in salt: occasional only.
Introducing it as an allergen
It contains fish, one of the 14 major allergens. How to introduce fish
Easy ideas
- Haddock and potato fishcakes
- Fish pie with peas
- Flaked haddock with sweet potato mash
Goes well with
Recipes with haddock
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Questions parents ask
Can babies eat haddock?
Can babies eat haddock? Yes, from about 6 months. Haddock is a mild, flaky white fish with plenty of protein and iodine, and it is low in mercury. Fish is a common allergen, so introduce it on its own first.
Can babies eat smoked haddock?
Occasionally, in small amounts, as it is salty. Unsmoked haddock is best for regular meals.
How do I know if my baby is allergic to fish?
Watch for reactions such as hives, swelling or vomiting after eating. Seek urgent help if breathing is affected.
Sources
OBubba gives general information based on UK guidance. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose anything. Every baby is different. If your baby has a known allergy, severe eczema or a medical condition, speak to your doctor or health visitor before starting solids. Learn baby first aid, and in an emergency call your local emergency number (999 in the UK).