
Can be served at every age if pasteurised, as described below. Watch for: milk as a main drink. Low choking risk. Allergen risk is very high (5/5): start with a small amount and watch for a reaction.
Last reviewed: October 2026
Prepare with care
Only if pasteurised and used in cooking, not as a drink.
The NHS advises that pasteurised sheep's milk can be used in cooking from 6 months, but should not be given as a drink before 12 months. Unpasteurised milk should never be given due to food poisoning risks.
For babies 6-9 months, sheep milk should not be offered as a primary drink due to nutritional imbalances. Use only pasteurized sheep milk and incorporate small amounts (about 15-30 ml / 0.5-1 fl oz) into recipes like oatmeal, mashed vegetables, or as a base for sauces. Always pair it with iron-rich foods and vitamin C sources to enhance absorption, as dairy on its own can hinder iron uptake. Respect your baby’s hunger cues, and avoid force-feeding.
Prepare with care
Only if pasteurised and used only in cooking, not as a main drink before 12 months.
The NHS states that sheep's milk must only be used in cooking before 12 months, after which pasteurised sheep's milk can be offered as a drink. Unpasteurised milk should always be avoided.
Between 9 and 18 months, pasteurized sheep milk can be mixed into recipes like oatmeal or sauces. Wait until after 12 months to offer pasteurized sheep milk as a drink, when it can be served in a cup alongside a varied diet with iron-rich foods. Continue monitoring for any allergic reactions.
Prepare with care
Only if pasteurised.
The NHS advises that young children should only be given pasteurised milk to prevent food poisoning caused by harmful bacteria.
For toddlers 18 months and older, pasteurized sheep milk can be offered in recipes, over cereal, or as a drink in a cup. Balance meals with a variety of foods, including iron-rich foods and vitamin C sources.
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Age and preparation guidance informed by the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the World Health Organization's complementary feeding guidelines, ESPGHAN's (European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition) position paper on complementary feeding, and EFSA's (European Food Safety Authority) scientific opinion on the introduction of complementary feeding. This content is independently created by Dalo Baby for informational purposes only and does not imply endorsement by or affiliation with any of these organizations.
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