Grapes, a small, sweet, juicy and energy-rich autumn fruit, can be offered from 6 months onwards in BLW with the right precautions!
With its tender flesh and naturally sweet flavor, grapes are ideal for introducing babies to the pleasures of seasonal fruits. They provide a good dose of hydration and nutrients, while being easy to offer in different forms depending on age.
It contains, in particular: ✅ Vitamin C: to support immunity ✅ Vitamin K: essential for growth and blood clotting ✅ Fiber: to promote healthy digestion ✅ Antioxidants (polyphenols): to protect cells
A few ripe grapes (preferably seedless, or with the seeds removed)
Instructions
🔹 From 6 months – As a purée or on a pre-filled spoon • Cut each grape lengthwise into 4 pieces. • Lightly crush if necessary and offer on a pre-filled spoon. 💡 Always remove the seeds to avoid any risk.
🔹 From 8 months – In small, meltable pieces • Cut the grapes into 4 or 6 pieces depending on their size. • Offer the pieces directly on the tray to encourage grasping.
🔹 From 12 months – Whole grapes cut in half or quarters • Depending on your baby's development, always offer grapes cut lengthwise (never whole). • Can be served with a training fork to encourage independence.
Conservation
In pieces: consume within 24 hours from the refrigerator
As a purée: up to 48 hours in the refrigerator or several weeks in the freezer
Tip: Freeze halved and blended grapes to make delicious homemade sorbet with no added sugar! 🍧