Re: Fw: OT Food allergy questions

February 9, 2011

He's 6 months old? He shouldn't have had anything but cereals & breastmilk or

formula UNTIL he was 6 months. He shouldn't have yogurt or other " regular " milk

products at all until he's 1. Introducing " regular " milks (which digest

differently than cow-based formulas) too early is the leading cause of milk

allergies in children.

My guess is that he's having a reaction to the milk products which,

unfortunately, may mean a switch in formula or for mom to go dairy-free if she's

breastfeeding.

> Subject: OT Food allergy questions

> My questions are for Lea, and any others dealing with food allergies

> and possibly preservative allergies etc.

> My niece told me last night her little 6th month old boy seems to either

> have food allergies or issues with preservatives. He has to go the allergist

> next Monday. He also suffers from acid reflux like his dad.

> This is part of what she sent me when I asked about specific food issues...

> he seems to do ok with mashed potatoes, yogurt is ok in

> small doses... Bananas kept him up half the night last

> night.. But I wanted to try em one more time. Honestly

> I'm wondering if his issue is with preservatives, he

> does ok on real banana, potatoes, yogurt.. It's the

> baby foods that seem to hurt his tummy.

> I did send her to this site which was posted on one of the groups I am on (I

> think this one, but can't remember.)

>

-food.html

> I know there is not much information here to work with, and will share

> whatever she gives me and am trying to get her connected to the group.

> Though since she does not have a Vita Mix, she is a little less than

> enthusiastic. Would not mind having one but finances for both of us make it

> out of the question right now.

> Anyway, any help you can offer will be greatly appreciated.

> Vickey (in Alaska)

>

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