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Almond Milk

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When can babies have almond milk?

Almond milk can be introduced as an ingredient in solid food (but not as a drink) as soon as baby is ready to start solids. Hold off on almond milk as a drink until after baby’s first birthday so as not to displace breast milk and formula intake in baby’s first year of life.

Almond milk has ancient roots, with its earliest known use dating back to medieval Europe, where it was a popular dairy alternative due to its long shelf life and mild flavor. By the Middle Ages, almond milk was commonly used in monasteries across Europe, especially during fasting periods when dairy was restricted. In modern times, almond milk has gained widespread popularity as a dairy-free option.

How do you serve almond milk to babies?

Cada bebé se desarrolla a su propio ritmo, y las sugerencias que ofrecemos sobre cómo cortar o preparar determinados alimentos son generalizaciones para una amplia audiencia.

6 to 11 months old:

Almond milk may be added as an ingredient to solid foods like porridges and mashes, but not served as a drink. Breast milk and formula are baby's main drinks to provide important nutrition in the first year of life.

11 to 12 months old:

At this age it is okay to offer small sips of almond milk in an open cup to practice feeding skills and accustom baby’s palate to the new taste. That said, it is also completely fine to not serve any kind of milk as a drink and continue focusing on breast milk or formula.

12 months old +:

At this age, almond milk may be offered as a drink. Some children love drinking milk, so aim to keep milk intake at or below 16 oz (~480 mL) per day, so the child has appetite for a variety of other nourishing foods. It is not necessary to offer any kind of milk as a drink, as the nutrients in almond milk can be found in many foods. If the child drinks a lot of almond milk, consider choosing a fortified kind.

Is almond milk a choking hazard for babies?

No. Almond milk presents a low risk when safely prepared for a child’s age and developmental ability, though, in theory, an individual could choke on any food. To reduce the risk, prepare and serve almond milk in an age-appropriate way as described in the How to Serve section. As always, create a safe eating environment and stay within reach of baby during meals.

Learn the signs of choking and more about choking first aid in our free guides, Infant Rescue and Toddler Rescue.

Is almond milk a common allergen?

Yes, almond milk is made with almonds, which are classified as a common allergen. However, most almond milk contains a very low amount of allergenic protein. This means that almond milk is not sufficient for introducing almond or maintaining exposure to almond once an allergy is ruled out. See Almond for more information on how to safely introduce.

Is almond milk healthy for babies?

Yes, although it does not provide the same complete nutrition that breast milk and formula offer to growing babies, so only use almond milk as an ingredient in solid food under 12 months of age. Hold off on almond milk as a drink until after the first birthday so as not to displace breast milk and formula intake in baby’s first year of life.

Almond milk provides some plant-based protein, iron, and healthy fats. Fortified varieties also tend to contain calcium, vitamin D, and B12, which are important for growth and bone development.

¿Cuáles son algunos ejemplos de alimentos con los que puedo comenzar?

Hay muchos alimentos que pueden ser excelentes opciones. Busca alimentos que permitan que el/la bebé se alimente solo/a fácilmente, que tengan bajo riesgo de ahogamiento y que ofrezcan los nutrientes que los bebés necesitan, como el hierro. Algunos de nuestros primeros alimentos favoritos incluyen brócoli al vapor, avena, y semilla de mango.

¿Cuáles son las señales de que mi bebé está listo/a para comenzar sólidos?

Las señales incluyen poder sentarse con mínimo apoyo, mantener la cabeza erguida y poder alcanzar y agarrar un objeto y llevárselo a la boca con éxito mientras está sentado/a. El/la bebé también debe mostrar interés en comer y en observar comer a sus cuidadores. Para ejemplos visuales de bebés que están listos y que no, visita nuestro artículo sobre señales de preparación.

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Escrito por

Dr. Sakina Bajowala

Pediatra general y alergóloga/inmunóloga

Kim Grenawitzke

Terapeuta ocupacional pediátrica(o), especialista en alimentación y deglución, y consultora de lactancia certificada por la junta internacional

Venus Kalami

Nutricionista y dietista pediátrico(a) registrada

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