What is it? Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) is a well-known concern in infancy, but what happens when the allergy persists into later childhood or even adulthood? While many children outgrow CMPA by their first few years of life, a significant number of individuals continue to experience allergic reactions to cow’s milk protein well beyond …
“Does my baby have a cow’s milk protein allergy?” Not the question you expected to be asking when you thought about life with your new bundle of joy. But for you, this question is a reality, because your baby is struggling and you need to find out why. Reassuringly for you and your baby, cow’s …
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With so many different probiotics, and a range of conflicting information out there, you may be left wondering, “should I give my child probiotics”? Well first we should talk about a baby’s gut. Probiotic bacteria is introduced during vaginal birth, through breastfeeding and later on through food. If a baby is born via c-section, fed …
Living with food allergies can be worrying and difficult at times, and sometimes avoiding allergens can be harder than you think. With good knowledge and planning, living with food allergies can be safer and simpler. This blog aims to provide you with some of my tips to keep your child safe: Qualified professionals Ensure that …
Egg allergy like many other allergies is caused by the immune system reacting to the protein as if it is harmful. Around 2% of children suffer from an egg allergy, however just like milk allergy, they often outgrow this. Despite this, egg allergy can be dangerous, and children’s reactions can range from a skin rash …
When your baby is diagnosed with cow’s milk protein allergy, a mother will be advised to cut out milk from their diet (go dairy free), if breast feeding, or your child will be prescribed an appropriate infant formula. So breastfeeding mothers might be wondering what milk free (dairy free) alternatives to choose. Or parents might …
Cow’s milk protein allergy is the most common allergy I see as a paediatric dietitian, and it can be very distressing for babies and their families at an already stressful time. Important! Cow’s milk protein allergy is not the same as a lactose intolerance as it involves the protein rather than the sugar in cow’s …
Do you think your baby or child has a food allergy or intolerance? As a paediatric dietitian I see a lot of children with mild and severe food allergies, both of which can be concerning for families. This post gives an overview of allergies, however if you are concerned about a specific food allergy or …
