Allergen Foods: Babies 'R' Us
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Is This a Food Allergy
Asked by T.P. from Chicago
on March 28, 2008
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My daughter is 6 weeks old and has a "rash" on her face. It seems to come and go. After she feeds (Similac Advanced w/ Iron) it gets red. About 20 min later it's just...
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- Hi T., I would say yes that seems like at least a sensitivity. My son was diagnosed with lots of food allergies early in life and sometimes the reactions to the ...
- Hold on for the next week appt. so dr. can see for himself what it looks like. As long as baby is not crying (like it's burning her or irretating her) don't worry till...
- We went through similar issues w/ my daughter who is now 4. We switched detergents to All free for all our laundry and started using Arbonne products. Unfortunately ...
How to Feed for Food Allergic Son on the Go?
Asked by K.D. from Boston
on August 17, 2010
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My son has several food allergys -milk,soy,nuts and eggs. This summer has been very challeging as I did alot of day trips now that he is older (3 1/2). Unfortunatly i...
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- I would go to Whole Foods or Trader Joe's and get their allergen list at the customer service counter - then troll through that print-out for ideas. My son is sensi...
- When my daughter's food allergies were at their worst (when she was <3yo) I focused on what she COULD eat rather than what she couldn't eat. She was allergic to all h...
- We don't have so many allergies (just nuts and some non-food allergies), but we do a lot of cheese (if it's lactose intolerance, your son might be able to tolerate som...
Baby Food
Asked by A.F. from New York
on December 31, 2009
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Where do you think is the most economical store to buy baby food? The supermarket usually isn't the best. Most of my friends with babies say Babies 'R Us. I thought Co...
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- We found Target to be the cheapest for almost all our baby needs, food included. They also just started making their own brand snacks and food. My kids arent eating ...
- yes, food processor. if you have time for you, then you should have time to also make food for baby
- BJ's does sell baby food and it is by far the least expensive place to buy it- unless you have a great store coupon and a sale!
Can a Food Allergy Affect Urine?
Asked by A.U. from Dayton
on January 24, 2009
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My five year old has always been very sensitive. Often I eliminate bath soap and use dreft on her laundry. Then everything "clears up" and then I will give in to bubbl...
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- If she has reactions to her clothes from detergents maybe its also affecting her underwear. If she has frequent reactions I would never switch back to regular just bec...
- I agree with the others that it could be a yeast infection. Those can happen with young girls especially because they don't always wipe well. Bubbles can also contri...
- Could it be? I mean, allergies can cause certain affects on humans..even animals. But also, is she getting enough water in her system. Could she have a yeast infection...
Sudden Allergy???
Asked by C.A. from Dallas
on December 30, 2008
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Hi moms~
My son is 11 mos old and he has recently started breaking out with a small red raised rash on his belly. Also he gets whelps on his head and neck and bell...
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- My daughter did that and it was from heat. Have you tried putting baby powder on at bedtime and naps?
- I use Tide Free detergent and have had good luck. Do you use dryer sheets? My dad, at 75 years old, developed an allergy to the dryer sheets my mom used for over 20...
- Hi C., I know I'm a day late but hope you'll read this. It sounds more like an ear infection or strep rather than allergies. You should check with your doctor.
Sun Screen for Highly Allergic Child
Asked by M.D. from New York
on April 28, 2009
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hi moms!
i have a 20 month old who is allergic to EVERYTHING from foods to meds and everything in between. this is a new thing, this time last year he had no health...
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- my son and i are sensitive and doc recommended Vanicream Sunscreen- works well. You have to ask for it behind the pharmacy counter (atleast I do at ShopRite) but it is...
- Hi, I use California Baby sunscreen for my 2 year old...He has no known allergies but the sunscreen is specially formulted for kids (or adults) with sensitive skins.I...
- My nephew has sensitive skin and used Blue Lizard. You can buy it online.
Allergy Testing in Two Year Old
Asked by A.H. from Dayton
on April 16, 2009
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My daughter just turned two in March & has had what seems to be a chronic cold since she was about nine months old. She was in the hospital in October for three days ...
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- Hello! My daughter had allergy tests done when she was 3- she had eaten an egg roll and then got real splotchy and was having a hard time breathing so we took her to ...
- Hi A., My son had allergy testing when he was five and I was a nervous wreck(can't imagine a two year old). Needless to say from a Mom's perspective the procedure is...
- A., I feel for you having to go through this, because it can be frightening. My daughter was older -4- when she had to be tested for allergies to medications. She had ...
Infant with Allergy or Diaper Rash on Belly
Asked by K.M. from Omaha
on March 31, 2009
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My 11 month old son has developed a rash on his belly from his diapers. He has sensitive skin, we had to use pampers sensitives when he was born. All other diapers ga...
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- My kids also had a sensitivity to Pampers diapers. I started using LUVS diapers and I never had a problem again, plus they aren't as expensive. Hope this helps.
- I would try not using any lotions. That may help.
- Have you tried cloth diapers? You can get a sample pack at Jillian's Drawers . com, and if you return all the diapers the program fee is only like 10 bucks plus shipp...
Advice on Introducing Table Food
Asked by S. from Nashville
on August 19, 2006
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My pediatrician is recommeding that we start our 9 month old son on table food - soft food at a size he can gum and swallow (minus the choking and allergy list). He s...
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- S., don't worry... when he's ready to eat table food, he will. Just keep introducing it - just don't have any expectations... I highly recommend the books - "WHat...
- Does he have teeth?? I have 4 kids and I gave them a taste of something here and there.... but never gave solid foods until 1 year old to supplement nutrition when co...
- It sounds like he isn't hungry. Is he drinking a bottle before the meal? More importantly, babies develope at different paces. Just continue to feed him a thick bab...
Making Your Own Baby Food
Asked by E.M. from Terre Haute
on August 24, 2008
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Anyone who makes or has made their own baby food, can you please give me advice or suggestions on how to do so. I'd like to keep as much processed food out of my littl...
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- I too liked the Annabel Karmel books. She has a website with some useful information too... http://www.annabelkarmel.com/ The best thing I bought for making my ...
- E., I have gotten lots of recipies off of wholesomebabyfood.com. Also, for apples I just buy the all natural applesauce and feed my daughter that. I found that once...
- E., I got the book, Super Baby Food by Ruth Yaron, that my friend Melinda suggested and I really like it! It has a time table even and tells you which foods to avoid f...
