Many new parents have trouble finding healthy options when a baby starts to eat solid food. One go-to is yogurt because it is not only affordable and easy to find pretty much anywhere?there are many benefits of yogurt for babies. But if you're curious about when babies can have yogurt, we have everything you need to know. You want to avoid giving your baby yogurt too early?or worse, feeding them the wrong type of yogurt.

When can babies have yogurt"
Along with pureed fruits and veggies, yogurt is one of the first foods that babies can enjoy. ?Babies can eat yogurt as soon as they start eating solid food, which is generally at about four to six months of age,? says Dr. Whitney Casares, MD, MPH, FAAP.
Yogurt is also an incredibly healthy choice for them, explains the doctor. ?Yogurt is a great source of calcium, fat, and protein. It can be incorporated into an overall feeding plan that includes a diverse array of foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein- and iron-rich options, and healthy fats.?
What kind of yogurt can babies have"
However, you cannot give babies just any type of yogurt. For example, that honey or chocolate yogurt you regularly enjoy for breakfast or as an afternoon snack is very likely a ?no? for your baby. So how do you know what to buy" Dr. Casares says, ?Babies can have yogurts specifically marketed towards little ones, but feeding them adult full-fat yogurts is also safe.?
Still, it?s crucial to read the label. The doct...