New Research on Infant Food Allergies Once upon a time, it was customary to advise mom to avoid certain foods in her diet while breastfeeding, especially if there was a family history of food allergies. New research, though still in its infancy, suggests otherwise and has resulted in new peanut allergy guidelines for introducing peanuts […]
THERE’S ONE MAJOR THING EVERY ALLERGY SUFFERER SHOULD TRY FIRST Introducing The Allergy Book: Solving Your Family’s Nasal Allergies, Asthma, Food Sensitivities, and Related Health and Behavioral Problems. It comes out April 7 and is available for preorder wherever books are sold online. Here’s a sneak peak into just one of our many approaches to […]
9 Ways to Allergy Proof Your Child If you suspect your child has allergies, or if allergies run in the family, there are many things a parent can do to both lessen their child’s chance of becoming allergic and how severely these allergies bother the child: 1. An allergy-free womb environment. Especially if you have […]
12 Most Common Signs of Nasal Allergy Nasal congestion Clear runny nose Itchy nose Crease across the top of the nose from constant wiping Excessive sneezing Itchy, watery, red eyes Dark circles under eyes Wheezing Persistent cough, often rattling Recurrent ear infections Recurrent colds Nighttime cough and nasal congestion Two important things to note regarding […]
Recognizing Allergy Symptoms in Children Many children develop allergy symptoms as they get older which can be very expensive to test for and diagnose. Before embarking on extensive and expensive tests and allergy prevention measures, go though this checklist to recognize allergy symptoms in children. Wait and see if symptoms persist longer than three months […]
Ingredients Per 15ml (3 tsp): Chlorpheniramine maleate 2mg (antihistamine) Pseudoephedrine HCL 30mg (decongestant) WHEN TO USE Runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion. I only use a cold medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering with sleep, eating or if they are generally miserable with congestion. The antihistamine and decongestant combination in this cold […]
Food Allergy Network, 10400 Eaton Place, Suite 107, Fairfax, VA 22030-2208 (703-691-3179 or www.foodallergy.org). Ask for their booklet Learning to Live with Food Allergies or their bimonthly newsletter, The Food Allergy News. Tracking Down Hidden Food Allergy, by William G. Crook, M.D. (Professional Books, 1980) Resource for testing for food allergies: Immuno Laboratories, 1620 W. […]
Can I Take Allergy Medicines While Breastfeeding? My allergies and asthma really get me down. What medicines can I safely take while I’m breastfeeding? When illnesses get you down, you’ll have a hard time maintaining a good milk supply and taking care of your baby. It’s good to do something about your symptoms, rather than […]
As we jump back into another school year, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed – “How am I going to handle the new schedule?” “How am I going to keep my child healthy?” “How can I make sure my kids are getting proper nutrition to help them learn?” Start by focusing on these five areas: […]
Safely Treating Sinus Congestion While Pregnant These five tips for treating sinus congestion while pregnant can help you get over your stuffy nose without using medication that might pose a risk to baby. 1. Avoid Allergens and Pollutants Avoid unnecessary exposure to nasal allergens and pollutants, such as smog and cigarette smoke. 2. Keep Yourself […]
Most Common Antibiotic Side Effects in Children #1: Diarrhea Not only do the antibiotics kill the bacteria causing the ear infection, but they also kill the friendly bacteria, called flora, that live in your child’s intestines. These friendly bacteria normally regulate the consistency of the stools and help with digestion. Eliminating these bacteria can cause […]
What Causes Diaper Rash and What You Can Do When your beautiful baby is born, her skin is often perfect in every way. It is softer and smoother than it will ever be again. You are dismayed when she wakes up and her bottom is red and irritated with diaper rash. What happened! What did […]
