There's a lot of confusion surrounding this question, and I can understand why given guidance has changed in recent years. The current recommendation is to introduce them as soon as your baby is ready for solids, usually around 6 months. If you’re unsure as to whether or not your baby is ready, grab this FREE handout. Research shows that early AND sustained exposure to potentially allergenic foods, like eggs, may actually reduce the risk of developing an allergy to that food. In fact, for the very first time, the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) included recommendations for the birth to 24 month and pregnancy and lactation life stages, and recommended eggs as an important first food for babies and toddlers, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women. Also check out: Best First Foods for Babies