Peanut Exposure and Allergies

[rungirlrun]

I've read a few articles that recently came out regarding peanut allergies. Studies show that babies should consume peanuts early (as early as 4-6 months) and often to help lessen the risk of allergy. I'm on board with this. I'm curious about your thoughts. We introduced peanut butter to DS1 before his 1st birthday (maybe 9-10 months), but I'm thinking about doing it even earlier with E. But I'm not sure how to give peanuts this young. Obviously an actual peanut is a choking hazard and so is a glob of peanut butter. Maybe a small lick of peanut butter? I don't know.

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[Ray]

Maybe on a piece of toast strip to gum on? I did some research in university also re: underactive immine sys causing allergies to develop. Flint will get lots of opportunities to eat dirt lol

[sarcaztic10]

I think it's really interesting how the recommendations have changed so much from when L was little. I am on board with it even though I am super paranoid about allergies. I would probably mix a bit of PB with some rice cereal or oatmeal and blend until smooth. You could also do toast strips or make PB waffle strips.

Since L had allergies to eggs when he was little we will be steering clear of them until at least 1 year. I think I am ready to test dairy by eating it and looking for a reaction soon.

[melody330]

I haven't read the research that just came out yet, so no real opinion. However, DS1 is a Jan14 baby and he had Pb on toast around 12 months.

I eat a lot of PB, as does DS1. I'm not limiting exposure or anything. I'll probably give it on some toast around 1 like I did with DS1.

ETA- I'm pretty breezy about food. H has a ton of food allergies and it never crossed my mine to be extra cautious for DS1.

[cabbagecabbage]

Our pedi recommended an earlier intro for DD 4 years ago so we tried it before a year. I would try it soon once we are really eating food every day.

[comicSans]

There's no history in either family and we intro'd with dd pretty early. I think I'll probably give DS some pb on toast the morning of his 6 month appointment.

[littlesthobo]

With DS1 I introduced it thinly spread on toast at 7-8 months. At home in case there was an issue. I'm planning to do the same with L.

[icaughtfire]

I like the peanut butter on waffles suggestion. Mostly because I love PB waffles.

[katelou]

If you make your own purees, you could include a little dab of PB. I don't think it has to be a full serving.

I don't make my own purees but I might try to stir some into jarred food. And eggs! Scrambled eggs were a staple for DD1 by 9 mo.

[rungirlrun]

Good ideas everyone! I love PB so can't wait to put it on as much stuff as possible for him!

[rungirlrun]

Jan 8, 2017 17:36:56 GMT -5 sarcaztic10 said:

I think it's really interesting how the recommendations have changed so much from when L was little. I am on board with it even though I am super paranoid about allergies. I would probably mix a bit of PB with some rice cereal or oatmeal and blend until smooth. You could also do toast strips or make PB waffle strips.

Since L had allergies to eggs when he was little we will be steering clear of them until at least 1 year. I think I am ready to test dairy by eating it and looking for a reaction soon.

Yeah I wonder what stuff we do now that our kids will be shocked by when they have kids of their own. Pretty sure my parents didn't do most of the stuff I do today.

[jewelsofthenile]

I gave pb to DD around 9 months. I will probably give it to DS in a few weeks although realistically he has probably been somewhat exposed already. Big sis loves peanut butter and her brother. I think he has probably gotten some pb from her sticky hands or face when she is hugging and kissing him.

[mcktymck]

Our pediatrician told us the same thing, give Sam PB as soon as we start giving solids. She recommended taking a little on our finger and swiping it along his gums so that's what we'll do. I think I'll wait to do it until right before his 6 month appointment, so that if he has an allergic reaction we'll be right there.

[madamewaffles]

A has gotten his first few tastes of PB. So far his favorite way was when I mixed a small amount in his oatmeal and some mashed bananas. Love the waffle idea. One of my favorite breakfasts as a kid was a waffle, PB & sliced bananas, then cut into triangles, like a pizza. That's how my mom sold it to me anyway. Pizza for breakfast!