Is it safe to give my baby foods containing allergens?

• Recent research shows that giving small amounts of more commonly allergic foods, like peanut butter and eggs, around 6 months of age or earlier may help prevent allergies.
• Since every baby is different, you should always check with your health care provider before giving anything other than breastmilk or formula.
• The one food that should NOT be given before the age of one is honey because it can cause botulism.

• NEVER give your baby peanut butter straight from the jar because it is too sticky for your baby to safely eat.
• Mix 2 teaspoons of peanut butter with 2-3 teaspoons water, breastmilk, or formula.
• Mix 2 teaspoons peanut butter or powdered peanut butter with 2-3 tablespoons of a pureed food they have already eaten safely.
• Offer meltable peanut containing snacks like a peanut puff.

When introducing any new food, you should monitor your child closely for possible signs of allergic reactions and seek immediate medical attention if they develop signs or symptoms associated with allergic reactions.