Bone Marrow

Roast marrow bones, scoop out the soft marrow, and mash or puree until smooth. Mix with a little breast milk, formula, or water to thin if needed. Serve a small spoonful or mix into vegetable purees.

• Use a fine-mesh sieve to remove any tiny bone fragments.
• Start with a tiny amount (1-2 teaspoons) to test tolerance.
• Combine with sweet potato or carrot puree for added nutrition.
• Avoid adding salt or seasonings.
• Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Continue serving mashed marrow, but you can leave it slightly chunkier. Offer it as a spread on soft toast strips or mix into soft finger foods like scrambled eggs or well-cooked pasta.

• Cut toast into strips small enough for baby to grasp.
• Mix marrow with yogurt for a protein-rich dip.
• Offer small pieces of roasted marrow bone (supervised) for baby to gnaw on, removing any loose bits.
• Keep portions small (around 1-2 tablespoons).
• Watch for any signs of choking, especially with bone pieces.

By 12 months, you can offer larger pieces of roasted marrow as a finger food. Ensure the marrow is soft and not too hot. You can also use it as a spread on crackers or mix into baby's meals for extra flavor.

• Cut marrow into small, pea-sized pieces if serving alone.
• Encourage self-feeding with safe utensils.
• Pair with iron-rich foods like leafy greens for a balanced meal.
• Avoid bones with sharp edges; always supervise.
• Introduce as part of a varied diet.