The Safety of Honey for Newborns: What You Need to Know

It is generally not recommended to give honey to infants under the age of one year. Honey can contain spores of a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum, which can germinate in a baby's immature digestive system and cause infant botulism, a serious illness that affects the nervous system and can cause paralysis.

Infant botulism can be treated, but it can be serious and can lead to hospitalization. To reduce the risk of infant botulism, it is important to avoid giving honey and other foods that may contain C. botulinum spores to infants under one year of age.

If you have any concerns about your baby's diet, it is always best to consult with a healthcare provider.