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Cod
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Cod
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Protein | 17.5 g |
| Iodine | 196 µg |
| Selenium | 23 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 µg |
| Phosphorus | 169 mg |
Allergen · Fish
Fish is one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Offer it from around six months, then keep offering it — regular exposure is what current guidance recommends, not a single try.
How to serve Cod to babies
6–8 months
Finger-size strip
Cook until it flakes easily, then offer a thick boneless piece to gnaw, checking by hand for pin bones every time.
9–11 months
Flaked
Flaked into soft pieces once the pincer grasp appears, bones checked again.
12–24 months
Bite-size pieces
Chopped, with the family meal.
Per 100 g from CoFID (16-372); USDA FDC (171955). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
Cod: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat cod?
The earliest stage on this page is 6–8 months: Cook until it flakes easily, then offer a thick boneless piece to gnaw, checking by hand for pin bones every time.
How do I cut and serve cod for my baby?
6–8 months (Finger-size strip): Cook until it flakes easily, then offer a thick boneless piece to gnaw, checking by hand for pin bones every time.
9–11 months (Flaked): Flaked into soft pieces once the pincer grasp appears, bones checked again.
12–24 months (Bite-size pieces): Chopped, with the family meal.
Is cod a common allergen?
Yes. On the UK allergen list it counts as Fish.
Fish is one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Offer it from around six months, then keep offering it — regular exposure is what current guidance recommends, not a single try.