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Can my baby have popcorn?
A quick, age-by-age answer with how to serve it safely. Checked against CDC, AAP, USDA WIC.
Under 4 yearsNot yet
Wait until age 4.
Popcorn’s hard hulls and light, airy texture make it very easy to inhale, and kernel sizes are unpredictable. It is a leading choking hazard for young children.
How to serve: There is no safe way to modify it. Save it for age 4 and up.
4 years and upSafe
Fine from age 4.
From age 4 most children can chew and manage popcorn. Supervise, and skip heavily salted or buttered versions for little ones.
Sources: CDC, AAP, USDA WIC. This is general guidance, not medical advice. Ask your pediatrician about your child.
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