Body & Fitness

Allergic breastfed babies

Could your baby have an allergy? Some breastfed babies can have allergic or sensitive reactions to foods their mum consumes. Signs of a possible reaction include:

• Consistent spitting up or vomiting.

• Apparent tummy pain (pulling their knees up, constant screaming and gas).

• Blood or mucus in the stools.

• Unusually hard stools.

• Rash and swelling.

• Wheezing.

If you think your baby may have had a reaction, avoid eating whatever it is you think they may not tolerate – and take them to the doctor.

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