How to serve, by age
6–8 mo
Unsweetened plain whole-milk yogurt, by the small spoonful, or offered for dipping fruit strips.
9–11 mo
Mixed with fruit purée or soft oats.
12 mo+
As the family eats it — still unsweetened.
Choking risk: Low
Yogurt itself is not a choking concern; a heaped spoonful of thick Greek yogurt can still gag a baby. Offer small spoonfuls.
If choking ever happens: act immediately — call emergency services (911 in the US) and seek emergency care. Do not wait.
Allergens
Yogurt is made from cow's milk, and milk protein is a common allergen. Start with a small amount and watch the response; for a known cow's-milk-protein allergy, ask your pediatrician before serving.
Common questions
- Why is yogurt fine when milk as a drink is not?
- Before age 1 the limit is on cow's milk as a main drink (see Cow's Milk); yogurt is a small side food, and fermentation changes the protein structure, which some babies handle more easily. Two different rules, not a contradiction.
- Are 'kids' yogurts' better?
- Read the label: many add sugar and flavorings. The ideal ingredient list is just milk and live cultures.
Practical tips
- Spread yogurt on a banana strip for easier self-feeding.
- Take the chill off refrigerated yogurt for young babies.
Sources
This page is general guidance assembled from the public sources above. It is not medical advice. For questions about your baby — including allergies, prematurity and any health condition — ask your pediatrician. See our medical disclaimer.