Given the serious consequences of a peanut allergy, how do I introduce peanuts to a baby? My 16 month old bub had a diary allergy that she has outgrown, but we think she now has a tuna allergy. I'm not in a hurry to give her peanuts, but would rather the trial occured under my supervision than accidentally in someone else's care.
Any thoughts? Currently my paranoia has it in a a hospital waiting room just in case!
2007-04-14 02:17:37 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
The smaller amount that you use the less chance of developing an allergy. There is some evidence that the way North Americans introduce food to their children -no beans and then a whole jar full, for more than one meal etc may contribute to allergies. So I would introduce a very small amount of fresh peanuts (chopped up fine if needed), and then a week later another small amount, and then a week later a slightly larger amount.
Three trials should be enough to determine allergy.
Sometimes extreme peanut allergies will also show up if you just rub peanut on the skin.
Allergy testing may not be terribly accurate if the patient has never been exposed. Though if you breastfeed and eat peanuts she has already been exposed to peanut protein.
2007-04-14 02:34:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
wait until at least 2 years of age. With peanut allergies being on the rise and it being so serious, many pediatricians are now suggesting to wait til they are 3. thats what I did with both my children.
WHen you give it too young they can develop an allergy for it. Even if she has peanut butter 3-4 times with no reaction does not mean she wont develop an allergy for it and have a reaction the next time she has it.
I suggest waiting til she is 3 just to be more safe, but wait at least til she is 2.
many people will tell you their children had peanut butter at 13 months and they are fine, true, but you dont know if yours will be or not so its best to just wait
good luck
2007-04-14 02:23:16 · answer #2 · answered by samira 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋
DO NOT GIVE YOUR BABY PEANUT BUTTER!
If she is already showing allergic tendencies you need to work with an allergist. A simple blood test can tell you if she is allergic. This should be followed up with a skin test.
In addition, if you child already has allergies then peanuts should not be introduced until after three years of age. PEANUT ALLERGIES ARE DEADLY. Do not attempt to figure this out on your own. Work with an allergist.
2007-04-14 02:26:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Contrary to popular belief peanut allergies are NOT the most common nor are they mroe severe than other food allergies. We just recently introduced peanut butter to our 11 1/2 month old. I just put tiny bit on my finger and put in his mouth then sat with him first time. But if your child already has food allergies then you know it may very well NOT show the first time they are exposed to the allergen.
2007-04-14 02:22:55 · answer #4 · answered by Betsy 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
its not just peanut butter, most who have a peanut allergy are allergic to peanuts in any form,,,,, and peanut oil is used in many products,,,,,,,,, nowdays products are starting to put it on their labels, but you really have to closely read the labels
like any new thing you introduce to a young one,, do it one at a time,,,, so the first time you give peanut butter, make sure the child hasnt had anything else new in the days before or after,,,,,,, then i guess just give them a little, and watch for any signs,,,,,,,, but i would imagine that they most likely have been exposed to it already
2007-04-14 02:23:06 · answer #5 · answered by dlin333 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I'd wait as long as possible if you think a peanut allergy is a possibility. The larger the child and the more he/she weighs, the greater a chance for this child if there is an allergic reaction.
2007-04-14 02:20:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I dont think you're overreacting, and yes, I would go sit in the emergency waiting room while giving the baby her first taste of peanut butter.
2007-04-14 02:23:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Have her tested.
Duke Hospital tested me.
I do not know the age(minimum) an individual can be tested. Your doctor should know.
2007-04-14 02:21:36 · answer #8 · answered by surffsav 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think I know. My mom brought me to this place where they injected 20 liquids into my arm. (forgot he occupation name, sorry) The cat injection swelled up, so I was allergic to cats. You can try something like that. Google it.
2007-04-14 02:20:54 · answer #9 · answered by W 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
paranoia paranoia paranoia......who is out to get you?!?!?!
2007-04-14 02:21:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋