Food Allergies and Your Baby

Food Allergies and Your Baby English

What is a food allergy?

A food allergy is when the body has a negative reaction to a specific food.

What are signs of a food allergy?

  • red or itchy skin
  • diarrhea or stomach pains
  • itchy ears or mouth
  • breathing difficulty or wheezing

Any of these signs: SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

What are the most common foods that can cause food allergies?

  • peanuts
  • tree nuts
  • milk
  • eggs
  • wheat
  • soy
  • fish
  • shellfish
NO honey or cow’s milk until 1 year old

How can I help prevent food allergies?

Slowly introduce wheat, egg, soy, and fish into your baby’s diet after your baby has started eating a few solid foods. Solids should wait to be introduced between 4 and 6 months of age. When giving a food for the first time, wait 3-5 days before starting a new food.

August 2014