If you are following a more traditional approach to feeding, you can begin with a pureed or mashed hard-boiled or scrambled egg prepared with some breast milk or formula. In this approach, foods are typically referred to as stages 1, 2, and 3 foods. At 6 months, aim for a drippy, smooth puree. How to prepare eggs for your baby: Although eggs don't exactly work in purée form, you can still introduce them early on, especially if you're following baby-led weaning, an approach that introduces solids in the form of soft, gummable finger foods when babies are capable of self-feeding. Stick with soft preparations that are easy for your growing gourmand to gum or chew — think boiled eggs, scrambled eggs or baked egg dishes over fried eggs, which can be too tough around the edges. Always make sure eggs are well cooked. When serving eggs for the first time, keep it super simple. Plain eggs without any added ingredients (other than ones your baby has already tried and tolerated) are best. That way, if you spot signs of a possible allergic reaction, you won’t be wondering which food triggered the problem. The tips below can help parents determine how to serve eggs at different stages, but keep in mind that all babies develop at their own pace. Speak with your pediatrician before beginning baby-led weaning, and talk to him or her if you have any concerns about your child's oral-motor skills, chewing skills, swallowing skills or if you're unsure whether or not your baby is ready for certain food preparations. Egg recipes for babies and toddlers: Eggs earn their rep as incredible in part because they’re so versatile. While you can’t beat a simple scramble, these easy prep ideas are winners, too. Just remember to always introduce one food at a time, especially top allergens like peanuts, soy, wheat, dairy and seafood. Baby-friendly omelet. Fill with cheese and slice into thin, easy-to-pick-up strips. Mini egg muffins or frittatas. Fold diced peppers or thinly sliced baby spinach into beaten eggs and bake in mini muffin cups. Tot French Toast. Dunk slices of whole grain toast into beaten eggs, milk and cinnamon and pan-fry. Cut into strips and serve. Better egg salad. Swap the usual mayo for mashed avocado or hummus. Serve with toast strips. (Leave out the diced raw celery, which could be a choking hazard.) Easy pancakes. Mix eggs with baby cereal and mashed banana to form a thin batter, then pan-fry. Deconstructed breakfast tacos. Serve chopped scrambled eggs alongside black beans, diced avocado, salsa and strips of whole grain tortilla. Eggy pasta. Fold chopped scrambled egg or chopped hard-boiled egg into whole grain pasta and top with Parmesan cheese. What are the benefits of eggs for babies and toddlers? They might be small in size, but nutritionally speaking, they’re pretty mighty. Eggs are packed with high-quality protein to support your little one’s growth and supply her with plenty of energy. They’re also rich in nutrients that can be tough for tots to get from other foods. Eggs deliver vitamin D, which is a must for building strong, healthy bones. And it’s one of the few food sources of choline, a mineral that’s essential for brain development and memory function. Are eggs a choking hazard for babies? Eggs are not considered a common choking hazard for babies. However, you should still prepare them safely by making sure they're soft and easy to chew (such as by scrambling them or serving them in a frittata), then cut into small, bite-sized pieces that are manageable for your baby's age. Make sure, too, to always supervise your young child when she's eating, sit her upright during mealtimes and never serve food while she's reclining, walking, sitting in a car seat or playing. References: https://www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/baby-feeding/when-can-babies-eat-eggshttps://www.parents.com/when-can-babies-have-eggs-7574511