Why This Matters
Six-month decisions shape allergy outcomes and table peace for years.
Around 6 Months
Readiness signs confirmed
Allergens introduced early and often
Choking vs gagging learned
One new food at a time
Mess embraced (it’s learning)
Gotchas & Consequences
Delaying allergens increases allergy risk — the guidance flipped a decade ago.
Reacting to gagging like choking teaches food fear.
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