Cow’s milk allergy (CMA) is a serious condition. If your baby or toddler is diagnosed with cow’s milk allergy, you should consult your doctor or paediatrician before giving your baby ANY foods or drinks that contain ingredients which may be derived from cow’s milk. This includes certain infant formula and milk drink products such as a2 Platinum®. If your child is diagnosed with CMA, they will need to avoid all foods and drinks containing cow’s milk, as even the smallest amount can set off a reaction. Some breastfed babies may also show sensitivity due to milk in their mother’s diet, so seek help from your GP or Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).
For formula fed babies with CMA speak to your healthcare professional as there are modified formulas that may be suitable. Your healthcare professional can advise you on alternatives that can be included in your baby’s diet. Partially hydrolysed (HA) formulas are not a suitable treatment for CMA.
It is also very important to learn how to read labels to identify cow’s milk protein as an ingredient. The following food labels indicate that the food is likely to contain milk proteins:
Breastfeeding is best for babies and provides the optimal balance of nutrition and protection during growth and development.
Good maternal nutrition is important in preparation for and during breastfeeding. If you are considering bottle feeding, always seek professional advice as introducing bottle feeding, either partially or exclusively, may adversely affect breastfeeding by reducing the amount of your own breast milk supply and may be difficult to reverse should you change your mind. Consider the financial and social implications when deciding on a feeding method for your baby.
Improper or unnecessary use of infant formula may affect the health of your baby, therefore, always prepare and use as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
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