General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Do not give honey to a baby under 12 months. Santé publique France recommends this to prevent infant botulism, a rare but serious illness.
The risk involves ingested Clostridium botulinum spores. In an infant, these may germinate in the intestine and lead to production of the toxin responsible for the illness.
French health insurance specifically says not to add honey to a bottle or yoghurt before age one. Mixing it with another food therefore does not change the advice.
The consumer hygiene guide also mentions honey given on a finger, a spoon or a pacifier. Avoid these ways of offering a taste or soothing your baby.
Tell everyone who prepares or gives your baby meals about this rule. A clear message for relatives and caregivers helps prevent honey being added without your knowledge.
For the next meal, check planned additions and choose a preparation without added honey before the first birthday. Bring feeding questions to the professional who follows your child.
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