🍐 Pear Purée for Babies (6–12 Months): Gentle, Juicy & Tummy-Soothing!
Mild. Moist. Made for baby tummies. 🍐
Pears are one of the gentlest fruits you can introduce when starting solids. If your little one has a sensitive tummy or you're just easing into fruits after cereals, pear purée is pure perfection. 💛
Let’s dig into the benefits, prep tips, combos, and why it’s often called the “constipation cure” for babies.
🍼 When to Introduce Pear Purée?
Pears are safe from 6 months onwards — perfect as a first or second fruit after apple or banana.
Naturally soft and juicy
Mild flavor, unlikely to cause allergies
Great for hydration and digestion
✅ Follow the 3-day wait rule to check for any reactions, though pears are rarely allergenic.
🍐 Why Pears Are a Perfect First Fruit
Pears are loaded with baby-friendly benefits — they’re easy on the tummy and full of gentle fiber.
🌟 Health Benefits:
High in Water Content 💧 → Keeps baby hydrated
Rich in Fiber → Relieves constipation naturally
Vitamin C → Boosts immunity and iron absorption
Natural Sweetness → No need for additives or sweeteners
Soft Texture → Easily puréed or mashed
🍽️ Bonus: Pears are especially great during those early poop 💩struggles.
🧑🍳 How to Make Pear Purée for Babies (Quick & Easy!)
👩🍳 Ingredients:
1 ripe pear (Bartlett or Anjou are best for purée)
Peeler
Knife
Saucepan
Blender or fork
(Optional) Mesh strainer
🥣 Method:
Wash, peel, and core the pear 🍐
Chop into chunks
Steam or simmer in a little water for 5–7 minutes (until soft)
Blend or mash to a smooth consistency
Let cool before serving
🧊 You can freeze extra purée in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.
🕒 How Much Pear Purée Should I Feed?
6–8 Months:
Start with 1–2 tablespoons
Serve once a day or alternate with banana/apple
9–12 Months:
Increase to 3–4 tablespoons
Mix into porridges or use in fruit blends
🍽️ Creative Serving Ideas for Pear Purée
Solo pear purée
Pear + Apple (fiber-rich combo!)
Pear + Oats (for breakfast mash)
Pear + Banana (naturally sweet & creamy)
Pear + Carrot (mild veggie-fruit blend)
👶 For baby-led weaning: steam and cut into thin strips for grasping (8+ months).
⚠️ Important Tips for Feeding Pears
Use ripe pears only (underripe ones can be gritty or hard to digest)
Always cook for 6–7 months babies
Raw pears can be introduced around 9–10 months (grated/shredded)
Check the temperature before serving
Avoid mixing with citrus or acidic fruits early on.
💬 Real Mom Moment
“Pear purée was a game-changer during our baby's tummy troubles. It's mild, soothing, and she loves it with oats!” — Meenal, mom of a 7-month-old 🌟
📌 Save This Idea for Later!
Pin this to your Baby Food Board so you never run out of nourishing options! 📍✨
🧡 Final Words: Pear-fectly Soothing First Food
Pear purée is like a warm hug for your baby’s belly. With its juicy texture, gentle sweetness, and digestive perks, it’s one of the most underrated baby fruits. A must-try in your solids journey!