Food guide
Pizza
Homemade pizza can be introduced around 12 months. It allows control over ingredients and sodium content.
How to serve at this age
12-24 months: Offer small pieces of soft pizza with baby-friendly toppings. Cut toppings small.
Nutrition
Contains carbohydrates from crust, protein and calcium from cheese, and nutrients from toppings.
A note from the editors
Make your own with whole wheat crust and load with vegetables. Keep cheese moderate due to sodium.
Good to know
Commercial pizza is often high in sodium. Contains common allergens (wheat, dairy). Watch for choking on toppings.