Does this sound like an allergy?

[Sarah O]

Hey guys,

My 9mo DS just had strawberries for the first time this morning at 9am, and at 10:45am I noticed he had red splotches on his neck and his hairline/scalp.  However after he had his 11am bottle the redness completely disappeared.  I've never seen a rash like this on him before so I'm almost sure it's the strawberries but was surprised at how short-lived the reaction was.

Thanks for your input!

Sarah

[Mom to M&M]

Hi Sarah. Yes, that does sound like an allergy to me. Strawberris (and raspberries) are not usually recommended before one year as they are a common allergen. Blueberries and cranberries are much safer.

[Sarah O]

Thanks!  I was folllowing Super Baby Food and it said that you can give strawberries at 9 months but you know how sometimes you have a feeling something's not right??  I should have followed my gut.    

So this is our first allergy...what happens now, LOL?!  Do I try the food again at a later date or avoid it altogether (of course I'll ask our doc but just wondered what you all do)

Thanks again!

Sarah

[Mom to M&M]

I would not try strawberries again (or raspberries for that matter) or any nuts until at least one year. Maybe closer to 2 years for nuts.