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Allergy foods and diets

How to introduce allergy foods

You can gradually introduce allergy foods to your baby's diet when they start on solids, at about 6 months.

Milk allergy and lactose intolerance in babies and children

Some babies and children have a milk allergy or lactose intolerance. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of milk allergy and lactose intolerance.

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction needing urgent care. Learn about triggers, symptoms, treatment and what to do in an emergency.

Special diets for kids

Your child may need a special diet for a metabolic condition, allergies or your beliefs. Learn about how to give your child the nutrients they need.

Vegetarian and vegan feeding guide for babies

If your baby is ready for solids and you plan to start them on a vegetarian or vegan diet, you may need to take extra care to ensure they get adequate...

Vegetarian and vegan feeding guide for toddlers

Toddlers can eat a vegetarian or vegan diet, as long as the foods they are eating contain enough energy, protein and nutrients for them to grow.

Coeliac disease in children

Coeliac disease is the immune system reacting to gluten, damaging the gut lining. Learn the symptoms and how to test your child to manage the disease.

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