Peanut butter

[Lluna]

Hello there,

Does anybody know when it´s safe for children to have peanut butter ( the smooth variety)?

I know that clearly you can´t give them nuts (whole or chopped) for the first years as they could choke. And it´s not even something we would normally have at home but the other day my husband bought a jar so that made me wonder whether it was ok or not to give it to our son, who is 22 months old .

Thanks!

[mummydotty]

I'm not sure hun, I don't like the stuff so never buy it but I'm sure one of the other ladies will know

[Lluna]

Originally Posted by mummydotty

I'm not sure hun, I don't like the stuff so never buy it but I'm sure one of the other ladies will know

It´s ok. Thanks for replying!

[EvansMum]

I dont know what age, but found out from my sister-in-law (whose niece has a nut allergy) that if you give it to them while they are too young, it can result in them having a nut allergy, which I think I may have done with Evan as I think hes allergic too *bad mumm*

[Lluna]

Originally Posted by EvansMum

I dont know what age, but found out from my sister-in-law (whose niece has a nut allergy) that if you give it to them while they are too young, it can result in them having a nut allergy, which I think I may have done with Evan as I think hes allergic too *bad mumm*

Right. That´s obviously something to take into account . Neither my husband or I have got a nut allergy but my brother was allergic to peanuts. So, maybe it´s better to stay clear of them for a while,then.
Thanks!

[Teilosmummy]

I think its over 12 months, I waited till then with mine.