Giving newborn babies cow’s milk regularly for the first 15 days after birth eliminates the chances of developing a cow milk allergy later in life, a study in Tel Aviv has found.Despite guidelines that recommend waiting until your baby turns 1

as being similar to cows’ milk and might react in the same way.My baby drinks formula – could that be triggering his allergy?Yes, definitely! Most formula milk is based on cow’s milk and so is unsuitable for babies with a cow’s milk intolerance or allergy

and shellfish. In rare cases some babies may react against food proteins from the mother’s diet which have passed into her breastmilk. Allergy or intolerance? Lactose intolerance should not be confused with a cow’s milk allergy. A food allergy, such as cows

are usually milder, and tend to revolve around the digestive system.Is it an allergy?The most common food allergies in children include cow's milk, fish and shellfish, hen's eggs, peanuts, kiwi fruits, wheat and soy.Symptoms – which include asthma and eczema

contribute to dehydration. Never add salt to food for babies, and avoid giving salty foods like sausages, ham and bacon until 12 months or thereabouts.Cow’s milk (as a drink)Cow’s milk contains insufficient levels of vitamins and fat compared to breastmilk

in recipes for your baby, you can use expressed breast milk or formula milk (make sure the formula milk is prepared as usual and not just used as a powder in meals you prepare).If you are concern about a cow's milk allergy affecting your baby or child, speak

showing early exposure to cow’s milk actually decreasing the chance of an allergy.However, more research is needed to prove any of these theories.If your baby is showing signs of an allergy, the best thing to do is visit your GP. Avoiding foods as a way

in the milk.What are the symptoms?A baby who has a lactose intolerance will be very windy and possibly sick. She will also have stomach pains which make her cry for prolonged periods, and she may have diarrhoea.What should you do?If you think your child may

Many parents worry about allergies in babies. A cow's milk allergy can be a worry, unpleasant and also hard work to live with.It's not surprising then, that a new line of dairy-free mealtime treats from NOMOO has been so warmly welcomed.NOMOO relief

Your baby is starting to explore and enjoy new foods, but watch out for the following, which are not recommended for babies at this stage, no matter how good an eater your little one is.Cow’s milkFull-fat cow’s milk is safe to use in cooking