Foods That Should Be Avoided And Delayed When Introducing Solids To Your Baby Under 1 Year Old *Honey (not an allergen but may cause botulism in infants under 1yr old) After 1 or 2 years *Peanut Butter After 1 or 2 years *(Tree) Nuts(also may pose a choking hazard) After 1 or 2 years *Citrus or Acidic Fruits Not an allergen but may cause rash & digestive upset due to acidity. Using a dash of lemon or pineapple juice in a whole fruit puree is NOT the same as giving a baby pureed or sliced oranges, pineapple et al. Just because a fruit, like tomato, is not in the citrus family does not mean that it is not acidic. After 1 year *Raw Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries (Blueberries and Cranberries are NOT included in this) After 1 year *Corn (possible allergen and not very nutrient rich) After 1 year *Egg Whites(many pediatricians will say it is fine for an older infant to have baked goods that include whole eggs) After 1 year *Whole Milk - as a drinkLactose and milk proteins may cause allergic reactions and may also cause tummy troubles as they are hard to digest - yogurt and cheese are exceptions. Milk also hinders proper absorption of iron; iron is crucial during the 1st year After 1 year *Wheat Many suggest that for the infant who has had no issues with gluten in Oats and/or Barley, and who has no history of wheat allergy or gluten intolerance, that offering wheat products (such as wheat toast) is fine around 8+ months - After 9-10 months or 1 year *Grapes(not a high allergen but may pose a choking hazard - use extreme caution if offering your older infant or toddler grapes) After 10 months or 1 year ** Shellfish/Crustaceans (may be a high allergen so take extreme precaution)
Posted on: Sat, 26 Oct 2013 11:59:26 +0000
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