There is no set order to use when introducing solid foods to babies. How you introduce new foods to your baby will depend on the guidance you receive from your healthcare provider.

Keep in mind the saying “food is for fun under one” when introducing solids to your baby. In the beginning stages, it is more to get your baby used to the texture, taste, and procedure of eating solid foods than it is for their total nutrition, most will still be relying on breastmilk or formula. I like to recommend soft vegetables as a starting food as babies to help them develop a taste for them early on.

This hypoallergenic food introduction chart provides a starting point for what I have discussed with a number of my clients. Keep in mind that the order that new foods are introduced can differ from baby to baby. If there is a history of food sensitivity or allergic reactions in a family member (mom dad and/or sibling) such as true food allergy, eczema, or asthma, your healthcare provider may recommend that certain foods be introduced slower.

When starting new foods with your infant or child, monitoring for food allergies is important. If they show signs of having an allergy or sensitivity, it can be easier to determine what is causing the issue if you’ve been introducing new foods one by one.

Consider waiting to introduce high allergen foods and foods that are harder on the system to digest until after your baby is a year old. If you’re concerned about a food allergy or sensitivity, we have lots of posts about how to tell and what to do. Plus, tips for how to introduce new foods to babies and children if you’re concerned about an allergic reaction.

You can keep track of each new food introduction and any reactions on your baby’s chart (download for free here).