Can Babies Eat eggs?

Eggs are laid by female animals of several species: especially birds, reptiles, mammals, fish, and have been consumed by humans for the past thousands of years. The most commonly eaten eggs are the chicken eggs, but other poultry eggs are also consumed: duck, quail or goose. Fish eggs are named roe and caviar.

Bird eggs have always been important foods for humans, starting in prehistory, in hunting societies and until today, birds being domesticated and used not only for their meat, but also for their eggs. Chickens were domesticated probably because of their eggs before 7500 BCE. They are not only used as food, but also as ingredients in food.

The largest eggs used for food are those from ostriches, but they are considered as a special luxury food. Pheasant and emu eggs are also rare. Gull eggs are delicacies in England and Norway.

Eggs are high in calories, protein, fat, iron, vitamins, minerals, lutein and zeaxanthin. They are unhealthy because of their cholesterol content, and because of the probability of salmonella contamination.

Can Babies Eat Eggs?

You can give your baby the whole egg at around 6 months old, if you hard boil it and mash it, and add breast milk or simply water, to adjust the food’s consistency if needed. Scrambled eggs are recommended from the age of 8 months, and can be great finger foods. Egg whites are one of the top 8 allergens. Egg yolks are fine for babies, who do not show symptoms of allergies.

Can Babies Eat Eggs Every Day?

Recent studies show that babies of 6 months old develop faster, if they are offered one egg a day. The studies proved that the consumption of eggs reduce the risk of stunting, which represents a big problem in the case of children under the age of 5 years.

How Many Eggs Can a Baby Eat a Day?

One egg contains sufficient iron, folate, omega 3 and protein for a baby’s daily requirements. An egg a day is a powerhouse of nutrients, and enough for a baby.

Yummy White Bean Egg Puree

Ingredients: 1 hard boiled egg, 1 tbsp white beans, 2 tbsp milk or formula.

Puree all the ingredients to your preferred texture and consistency, by adding more milk if it’s necessary.