🍓 How to Serve Strawberries for Baby-Led Weaning (By Age & Stage)
Wondering how to safely serve strawberries to your baby during baby-led weaning?
This guide will show you exactly how to prepare strawberries based on your baby’s age and stage of development from 6 months to toddlerhood. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to build confidence with self-feeding, these tips make weaning easier (and safer!).
👶 How to Serve Strawberries to a 6-Month-Old Baby
At 6 months, babies are just beginning their baby-led weaning journey and learning how to grip foods. Serve a whole strawberry with the stem removed, it’s easy for little hands to hold and safe for them to explore.
✅ Choose soft, ripe strawberries to reduce choking risk.
✅ Always supervise during mealtimes.
✋ How to Serve Strawberries for 9–12 Month Olds
Once your baby develops better hand coordination and starts using the pincer grasp, it’s time to move to thin strawberry slices or bite-sized pieces. This is also a great age to introduce baby utensils, helping them practice scooping and stabbing food.
✅ Great for promoting fine motor skills and utensil use.
👦 How to Serve Strawberries for Toddlers (18 Months & Up)
For toddlers who are more confident with biting and chewing, you can leave the strawberry stem on. This allows them to hold the fruit like a handle and take independent bites, boosting their self-feeding confidence.
✅ Encourages control and confidence during mealtime.
🍽 Why Our Suction Plate Makes Mealtimes Easier
Our silicone suction plate is the perfect tool for baby-led weaning. It sticks securely to highchair trays or tables to prevent flipping and sliding, making self-feeding safer and less stressful.
Benefits of using a suction plate for baby-led weaning:
Strong, non-slip suction base
Divided sections for multiple food groups
Microwave & dishwasher safe
Made from BPA-free, food-grade silicone
👉 Currently available in two beautiful colours, shop now before we sell out!
👩🍳 Final Tips for Serving Strawberries to Babies
Always wash strawberries thoroughly and remove any stems or leaves (unless using as a handle).
Avoid adding sugar or honey. Serve plain to help your baby enjoy natural flavours.
Watch for signs of allergy or intolerance when introducing new foods.