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Prune
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Prune
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Potassium | 860 mg |
| Iron | 2.9 mg |
| Fibre | 6.5 g |
| Magnesium | 27 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
Not a common allergen. It is not on the UK list of 14 foods that must be declared on labels.
How to serve Prune to babies
6–8 months
Bite-size pieces
Chop prunes into small pieces — never give whole or large pieces of dried fruit under 12 months.
9–11 months
Bite-size pieces
Still chopped into small pieces at this stage.
12–24 months
Bite-size pieces
Keep dried fruit like prunes cut into small pieces rather than given whole.
Per 100 g from CoFID (14-231). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Prune: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat prune?
The earliest stage on this page is 6–8 months: Chop prunes into small pieces — never give whole or large pieces of dried fruit under 12 months.
How do I cut and serve prune for my baby?
6–8 months (Bite-size pieces): Chop prunes into small pieces — never give whole or large pieces of dried fruit under 12 months.
9–11 months (Bite-size pieces): Still chopped into small pieces at this stage.
12–24 months (Bite-size pieces): Keep dried fruit like prunes cut into small pieces rather than given whole.