Episode 23·Newborn·4:44
Introducing Allergens Early: Science Meets Real Mom Experience
Navigating early allergen introduction with confidence.
Introducing Allergens Early: Science Meets Real Mom Experience
Navigating early allergen introduction with confidence.
Hear the full episode in the app →Navigate the emotional and scientific terrain of introducing allergens to your baby’s diet. Discover tips from real moms and scientific insights from the LEAP Study to help you tackle this milestone with confidence.
In this episode
There's a pivotal moment in every mom's journey: introducing allergens like peanuts and eggs to your baby's diet. Armed with findings from the LEAP Study and real experiences from moms, Sophie guides you through this crucial step. Peek inside the dual-exposure window, and understand how timing, patience, and small steps can redefine your childhood feeding journey.
Three things to try tonight
- Do a micro-dose test with a toothpick and a small amount of allergen on your baby’s lip.
- Pick a calm time when your baby is healthy to introduce new allergens.
- Keep new allergen foods in rotation 2 to 3 times a week.
- allergens
- infant
- introduction
- science
- toddler
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