Egg
Introducing Egg to your baby
When to start
Around 6 months. Early introduction (4-6 months) may help prevent egg allergy, per Koplin 2010 and follow-up trials.
How to serve
Fully cooked egg - scrambled, hard-boiled mashed, or baked into pancakes/muffins. Start with a pea-size amount. Avoid raw or runny egg (salmonella).
What to watch for
Hives, vomiting, diarrhea, wheezing. Egg is the second most common food allergy in infants; reactions often appear within 2 hours.
If a reaction happens
Mild: stop and call pediatrician. Moderate or severe (swelling, breathing issues, repeated vomiting): call emergency services.
How often
Offer 2-3 times per week once tolerated to maintain tolerance.
Foods that contain Egg
Sources
General informational content, not medical advice. Talk to your pediatrician before introducing allergens, especially if your baby has eczema, a known food allergy, or a family history of severe allergic reactions.
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