Baby food allergen introduction guide

Use caution

Egg is a common allergen. Introduce when baby is well, and ask a clinician if baby has severe eczema or known allergy.

Use caution

Peanut is a common allergen. Ask a pediatric clinician first for severe eczema, egg allergy, or prior reactions.

Use caution

Milk is a common allergen. Ask a clinician for known dairy allergy or prior reactions.

Use caution

Milk is a common allergen. Ask a clinician for known dairy allergy or prior reactions.

Suitable with prep

Wheat is a common allergen. Check ingredients for egg or dairy in some pasta.

Use caution

Fish is a common allergen. Introduce thoughtfully and ask a clinician for allergy concerns.

Use caution

Soy is a common allergen. Introduce thoughtfully and ask a clinician for allergy concerns.

Use caution

Wheat is a common allergen. Check labels for milk, egg, sesame, or other allergens.

Use caution

Pancakes often contain wheat, egg, and milk. Check ingredients before introducing.

Use caution

Fish is a common allergen. Introduce thoughtfully and ask a clinician for allergy concerns.

Use caution

Shellfish is a common allergen. Ask a clinician first for allergy concerns or prior reactions.

Avoid for now

Peanut and tree nuts are common allergens; allergy context can change the plan.

Avoid for now

Milk is a common allergen. Ask a clinician for known dairy allergy or prior reactions.