dairy is fine before 12 months, as long as you/your family have no history of allergies. My MCHN said that they can eat anything, except for honey & nuts. Nuts because of the choking risk and possible allergies, and honey because it can contain the bacteria that causes botulism. After 12 months they should be fine, although I think I'll be waiting until she is closer to 2. Plenty of other things they can eat anyway!

DD also liked Cruskits at that age, usually with vegemite on them. They pretty much melt in their mouths.