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Allergy and Intolerances

What they are and what to do if you suspect your baby has one

I’ve heard that strawberries can often cause an allergic reaction in babies, should I avoid giving them?
I’ve heard that strawberries can often cause an allergic reaction in babies, should I avoid giving them?

Strawberries can very occasionally cause an allergic reaction in babies and children. The reaction is usually very mild and often just affects the mouth where the food has touched. There is no need to avoid giving strawberries beyond the six month recommendation for starting weaning.

Strawberries can very occasionally cause an allergic reaction in babies and children. The reaction is usually very mild and often just affects the mouth where the food has touched. There is no need to avoid giving strawberries beyond the six month recommendation for starting weaning.


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