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While honey is a natural and nutritious sweetener loved by many, it’s not safe for babies under one year old. Honey can contain Clostridium botulinum spores, a bacteria that can lead to infant botulism—a rare but serious condition affecting the nervous system. Because babies’ digestive systems are still developing, they can’t fend off these harmful spores. Pediatricians recommend introducing honey into their diet until your child’s first birthday. At Beessential, we care about health and safety as much as we do about bees, so always follow expert guidance when it comes to your baby’s nutrition.