If you have a family history of allergic conditions, it makes sense to try and reduce the risk of your children developing allergic diseases.

There are some simple steps you can take: 

• Don’t smoke during pregnancy;

• Breast feed your baby for at least six months, if possible;

• Delay the introduction of infant formula or solid foods until the child is 4-6 months of age;

• Introduce foods one at a time in small portions, waiting 2-3 days before introducing another new food. 

For more information on prevention and feeding see:

Nip Allergies in the Bub

Allergy Prevention Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

ASCIA Information on how to introduce solid foods to babies for allergy prevention

Content updated December 2019