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Hypoallergenic Bedding
Asked by A.B. from New York
on August 10, 2009
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My 2-year old son suffers from childhood asthma and I recently read that hypoallergenic bedding may help him. Duh... that's where he spends nearly half of his time! ...
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- There are pros and cons for all materials. I would have whatever you are thinking about tested with a doctor or naturopath who uses something like EAV or SCIO. M...
- my daughter tested positive to dustmite. the allergist gave us a magazine to order from. as we were leaving his practice the nurse came in and said you can buy all thi...
- I purchase organic sheets and wash them w/ either Melaleuca or Sun and Earth Laundry detergents. Also, I clean w/ all non-toxic products. We have a mattress from E...
Rash That Won't Go Away
Asked by J.H. from Hattiesburg
on December 28, 2008
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My son, 14 months old, has a rash. It comes and goes. He always has a fine raised rash on most of his body, but sometimes, he gets larger bumps too. It occurs on hi...
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- THis sounds like an allergy. I would give him a dose of benadryl and see if that helps. Most importantly I would be back at the doctor. Anytime you take him to the ...
- The first thing you should do is take your child to see the pediatrician. The rash could be a number of things, eczema, allergies or even something rheumatic. My fiv...
- I have three kids and all of them had this problem. Our Dr. told us to use the Dove body wash, just make sure we did not get it in their eyes, and Cetaphil lotion. H...
15 Month Old Allergic to Wipes
Asked by D.S. from Dallas
on July 10, 2009
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My 15 month old is allergic to baby wipes. I've tried them all including hypoallergenic and nonscented. At home, we use cloth towels to clean him. Needless to say, ...
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- My baby was allergic to wipes as well. Once we even had to take him to Cook's Children's ER in FW because his blisters got really bad. The doctor at the ER told us to ...
- I used to make wipes for all 3 of my kiddos and loved it. Here is the recipe: 2 Tablespoons baby oil 2 Tablespoons baby soap 2 Cups Water use a #6 round rubberm...
- Cloth wipes sound pretty yucky to me, too. When my son was in the NICU, they used soft paper towelettes with warm water. No wipes were allowed. I'm not sure where t...
Possible Milk Allergy for 6 Month Old Baby Boy.
Asked by L.D. from Houston
on May 19, 2009
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My friend's 6 month old boy has been on antibiotics for 2 months for ear infections. He is also on a strong probiotic. Could it be an allergic reaction to milk based f...
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- Is there blood in the stool? Does he have a rash? Does the baby get very gassy after a bottle? These are all things that my son had when he was on normal formula. My s...
- Hi I am send you some information in you personal box it was to long to post Hope it helps
- Yes! I've had health problems all my life due to food allergies. When I was young I had allergy tests done and found I was allergic to several things; however, I was...
Constipation and Gas Under Hypoallergenic Formula, Want to Try "Baby's Only "
Asked by L.S. from Miami
on November 7, 2008
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Hello, my baby is taking the alimentum formula from similac, after trying severals formulas, it seems the only one that he can tolerate(was having diahrrea with other ...
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- there is a difference b/t LACTOSE (milk sugar) and MILK PROTEIN- while not unheard of, it is RARE for baby to be lactose intolerant- babies can be intolerant to the P...
- I am lactose intolerant, same symptons. also try pureed bananas in formula if lactose free formula doesn't work. Bananas are good for constipation and diarreah. Goo...
- Hi L., Have you heard of homemade goat milk infant formula? http://tinyurl.com/6hnqut I'm a nutritionist, and it has been a life saver for so many babies (including...
Hypoallergenic Formulas
Asked by T.F. from San Francisco
on February 16, 2007
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has anyone had problems with feeding their babies the hypoallergenic formulas?
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- Hi Therea. Actually, my son was put on Similac w/ Iron from the hosptial. They reccommend it there, we agreed and didn't have in problems. If your nervous, you should ...
- my son is on nutramigen. My first son was on it too and when my second was born and had the same probs with the regular formula, we immediately went out and got the ...
- All the allergies disapeared but my baby hated the taste for about 1 month. Now he is used to it.
Advice About Hypoallergenic Formula
Asked by G.R. from Boston
on February 17, 2008
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Has anyone had success getting an infant to drink Allimentum? And/or has anyone had an infant who had problems with it?
My breastfed 6 month old is allergic to mil...
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- Try Nutragimen (not sure of the spelling). It's the same hypoallergenic formula, but your baby may like the way it tastes better. I had the same issue with my twins w...
- My daughter was allergic to milk protein and we got her to take both Alimentum and Nutramigen as well. Also I cut all milk out of my diet so I could continue to nurse ...
- Three of my four boys ended up on Alimentum. Only two had issues with the taste. I had to pair it with breastmilk, for example 3 oz. breastmilk: 1 oz. alimentum. (or...
Time to Wean???
Asked by P. from Spartanburg
on September 13, 2006
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I'm having trouble deciding if I should wean my 10-week old baby girl. I feel that my reasons are totally selfish and that I'm not doing what's best for her.
We've h...
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- First let me say that I'm very impressed that you've kept with breastfeeding so long! Most women who experience trouble like that quit nursing almost immediately. Wa...
- P. This is such a sensitive topic for everyone but I think you need to do what is right for you and your baby! Don't feel like you have to be miserable to "do what...
- I would wean her, and put her on formula. Taking care of ones physical and mental health is not being selfish., so stop being so hard on yourself, and don't worry abo...
Allergies and Cats
Asked by R.B. from Toledo
on November 8, 2008
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Everyone in my family is allergic to cats, but they are my 4-year-old daughter's favorite animal. I have had cats though allergic and managed fine, so we went ahead an...
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- I'm allergic to all kinds of animals but cats are the worst. I'm allergic to their dander, fur, and saliva!! If your child has severe cat allergies your best bet is ...
- I agree with the other 2 poster before me. . .It seems like a cat might not be the best fit for your house. On the other hand if this is really something you want to ...
- Hi R., I have cat allergies but didn't know it until I adopted my Seamese kitty. I tried a friend's air purifier, and my allergies are totally gone. Good thing, too...
Dryness Around Toddlers Mouth and Face
Asked by J.W. from Duluth
on February 5, 2009
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Hi moms, has anyone had the experience of their toddler's face getting dry and flaky? It started just on his cheeks and now it's really dry and flaky under and around ...
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- Hi there J.. My children have dry skin as well. Especially in the winter. I absolutely love RENEW lotion. Have you heard of it? It takes care of all skin issues a...
- Hi J., My son has the same thing around his mouth. A pharmacist recommended that I use Aquaphor and it made the world of difference. I would highly recommend it!
- Aquaphor! That stuff rocks. Put it on during the day, definitely, but the most helpful thing is to sneak into his room when he's asleep and put it on. It will be mu...
