How to Introduce Allergens

 This video answers some common FAQs on how and when to introduce common allergens.

Is It Too Late For Early Allergen Introduction?

 While the best time to start early allergen introduction is between 4-6 months of age, it’s not too late for you to start if your little one is within their first year of life!

Gupta Study Part 1

In this video, we break down everything you need to know about the latest early allergen introduction guidelines.

Gupta Study Part 2

Watch this video to learn the results from Dr. Gupta’s study and find out how many parents delay introducing allergens to their babies.

Gupta Study Part 3

Are you feeling unprepared for your baby’s 4 month check-up? Keep watching to learn what you should bring up during this appointment.

What Science Says About Introducing Allergens While Breastfeeding

Are you currently breastfeeding and thinking about doing early allergen introduction? If so, this video is for you!

When Should You Introduce Allergens?

While the best time to start early allergen introduction is between 4-6 months of age, it’s not too late for you to start if your little one is within their first year of life!

Early Allergen Introduction FAQs

Erika answers all your top questions about using Ready. Set. Food! to introduce allergens early to your baby.

The Importance of Introducing Peanuts

Erika breaks down key clinical trials that show how important it is to introduce allergens to little ones as early as four months of age.

How to Introduce Peanuts to Your Baby

Erika breaks down the top tips on how to introduce peanut safely and effectively to your baby.

What the Science Says About Preventing Cow's Milk Allergies

Erika explains the COMEET study and what it teaches us about reducing the risk of a milk allergy.

Introducing Cow's Milk to Baby

Erika explains some key studies that show the importance of introducing milk early and often in your baby’s diet.

Introducing Eggs to Your Baby

Erika breaks down everything you need to know about the PETIT study and what it teaches us about how to reduce the risk of an egg allergy.

Gender Differences With Food Allergies

This study highlights the need for a deeper understanding of how food allergies affect different groups in society.

5 Surprising Facts About Walnut Allergies

Learn more about walnut allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Sesame Allergies

Learn more about sesame allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Almond Allergies

Learn more about almond allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Cashew Allergies

Learn more about cashew allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Soy Allergies

Learn more about soy allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Wheat Allergies

Learn more about wheat allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Peanut Allergies

Learn more about peanut allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Egg Allergies

Learn more about egg allergies in this video.

5 Surprising Facts About Cow's Milk Allergy  

Learn more about cow's milk allergy in this video.

How to Prepare for Food Allergies This Thanksgiving

We’ve got some helpful tips on how you can be allergy-free this Thanksgiving.

How to Prepare for Food Allergies This Halloween

Whether you have a child with food allergies or want to know what treats to hand out for an inclusive Halloween, Erika breaks down what you need to know about how to be safe and inclusive when trick-or-treating.

The Truth About Peanut-Free Schools

Are you surprised to learn this surprising truth about peanut-free schools?

Your Furry Friend Can Reduce the Risk of Your Baby Developing a Food Allergy

Did you know that your cat or dog is actively reducing the risk of your baby developing food allergies?

Debunking Food Allergy Myths

Erika answers some common misconceptions about food allergies. 

Introducing Puffs

Learn about when you should introduce your baby to puffs, their new favorite snack!

Why Is No Added Sugar So Important?

Find out the reason why foods with no added sugar are so important for your baby.

What Is Diet Diversity?

What is diet diversity and why is it important to expose your little one to different foods and allergens in their first year of life? Keep watching to find out!

Spoon Feeding Versus Baby-Led Weaning

Learn about how feeding practices have changed over the years and how it’s important to do whatever works best for you and your baby.

What You Need to Know About Heavy Metals

Erika breaks down what parents need to know about heavy metals and how to know the level of heavy metals in different food products.

Your Baby Has a Suprising Primitive Reflex

Your baby’s hips don’t lie!

1 Year Olds Are More Emotional Than 4 Month Olds

We can all learn from our babies and express ourselves more.

Babies Laugh Before They Walk or Talk

There is no better sound than a baby giggling!

Your Baby Has a Sense of Right and Wrong  

Can you believe that babies come with cute cheeks AND a moral compass?

Baby's Spidey Senses

Itsy Bitsy Spider hits different with your baby! Were you surprised by this fun fact?

Babies Control Their Feet Earlier Than Their Hands

Every baby cut footloose! Did you know that your baby can control their feet earlier than their hands?

Your Baby Knows Math

Did you know that your baby has a very basic understanding of math and object permanence?

Your Toddler Is Ambidextrous

Your toddler is ambidextrous, and you used to be too!

Syncing Up With Your Baby's Heart Rate

Did you know that you can sync your heart rate with your baby just by looking at them? Find out how this can help your baby calm down and how it can even improve their sleep!

Your Baby Has Better Reflexes Than You

Did you know that your baby has better reflexes than you?

Red Is Your Baby's Favorite Color

Have you noticed if your baby loves their red toys more than the others? It’s because red is the first color that your baby can recognize!

Your Baby Cries in Your Accent

Did you know that babies learn to cry with their mother’s accent? Babies listen to their parents before they’re born and immediately get started on learning to speak!

Your Baby Can Recognize Your Voice

Did you know that by 3 weeks old, your baby can recognize your voice out of a crowd of people?

Parents Lose 44 Days of Sleep During Baby's First Year

Did you know that parents lose 44 days of sleep in their baby’s first year?

Your Baby Has Stronger Tastebuds Than You!

We hate to break it to you but your baby has much better taste than you do! Did you know that babies have more taste buds than adults?

Your Baby Is a Swimmer!

Did you know that your baby has natural swimming reflexes?

The Science Behind Your Baby's Favorite Music

Did you know that the music you listen to can help shape your baby's taste in music?

Debunking Eczema Myths

What are the most common food allergy myths?

What You Need to Know About Eczema

What is eczema and how do you manage your baby’s eczema? Find out in this video!

Breastfeeding Isn't The Only Way to Bond With Baby

Learn about all the ways you can feed and bond with your baby. It’s up to you to make the best informed decision for your family!