How to Get Rid of Allergies in Infants
Make sure the infant's clothing and bedding is all made of 100% cotton., Whoever is handling the baby should be dressed in all cotton as well., Nursing mothers should avoid or limit consuming foods and drinks that run high risk of allergies; search...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Make sure the infant's clothing and bedding is all made of 100% cotton.
If not possible, a cotton blanket can be placed on the body parts of the handler that will be in touch with the baby. i.e a lap, shoulder, arm or chest. , They should also consult a doctor before taking any medication because traces of it will run in the lactating milk. , Use odorless cleansing detergents, preferably natural cleansers where possible.
Ventilate often, but make sure the infant is not in a room with a draft. , You may use natural potpourris for that. i.e citrus peels, vanilla pods or rose petals in simmering water. , Perfumed detergents may cause nose and lung allergies.
Residue of too much detergent will cause skin allergy. , Clean the baby's bottom with running warm water instead of wet wipes when changing diapers or cleaning baby vomit. , Use baby oil, calendula oil, or olive oil to moisten the baby skin if the weather is dry.
Powder is not necessary but maybe helpful to keep the body dry in humid weather. ,, Too much warmth is just as bad as too much cold.
A rule of thumb is, if it is cold or hot for you, it is so for the baby too. , Long colds may turn to allergies affecting the nose and the lungs. , For instance, fennel or anise tea are good alternatives when handling colic, flatulence, and constipation. , For example, one may start with soft steamed peas, but keep feeding the same vegetable for two weeks before introducing squash or carrots.
Should an allergy show from food, you will be able to find the allergen quicker.
After a few vegetables have been introduced, fruits, then cereals may follow.
Then mixtures of some of what was introduced earlier may follow. ,,, -
Step 2: Whoever is handling the baby should be dressed in all cotton as well.
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Step 3: Nursing mothers should avoid or limit consuming foods and drinks that run high risk of allergies; search for those.
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Step 4: Keep the infant in a dust free
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Step 5: smoke free
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Step 6: environment.
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Step 7: Refrain from using air fresheners.
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Step 8: Use mild laundry detergents to wash baby clothing; there are special products on the market shelves.
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Step 9: Use infant friendly shampoos and soap.
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Step 10: Pat dry a baby's body with a soft pure cotton cloth after a bath.
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Step 11: Make sure whoever handles the infant is not wearing perfume.
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Step 12: Keep the infant cool or warm using your proper judgement.
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Step 13: Treat colds naturally and rather quickly.
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Step 14: Look for an alternative to chemical medication where possible after consulting a doctor.
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Step 15: As the infant starts to eat
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Step 16: introduce vegetables first
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Step 17: one at a time.
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Step 18: Honey was so controversial for babies
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Step 19: so introduce it after the first year of age.
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Step 20: Refrain from adding salt or sugar to baby food.
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Step 21: When taking an infant out in the open
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Step 22: check the weather and the forecast first
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Step 23: avoid crowds especially in closed or poorly ventilated places.
Detailed Guide
If not possible, a cotton blanket can be placed on the body parts of the handler that will be in touch with the baby. i.e a lap, shoulder, arm or chest. , They should also consult a doctor before taking any medication because traces of it will run in the lactating milk. , Use odorless cleansing detergents, preferably natural cleansers where possible.
Ventilate often, but make sure the infant is not in a room with a draft. , You may use natural potpourris for that. i.e citrus peels, vanilla pods or rose petals in simmering water. , Perfumed detergents may cause nose and lung allergies.
Residue of too much detergent will cause skin allergy. , Clean the baby's bottom with running warm water instead of wet wipes when changing diapers or cleaning baby vomit. , Use baby oil, calendula oil, or olive oil to moisten the baby skin if the weather is dry.
Powder is not necessary but maybe helpful to keep the body dry in humid weather. ,, Too much warmth is just as bad as too much cold.
A rule of thumb is, if it is cold or hot for you, it is so for the baby too. , Long colds may turn to allergies affecting the nose and the lungs. , For instance, fennel or anise tea are good alternatives when handling colic, flatulence, and constipation. , For example, one may start with soft steamed peas, but keep feeding the same vegetable for two weeks before introducing squash or carrots.
Should an allergy show from food, you will be able to find the allergen quicker.
After a few vegetables have been introduced, fruits, then cereals may follow.
Then mixtures of some of what was introduced earlier may follow. ,,,
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