Rash Reaction to Baby Rice Cereal

The decision of when to start solid foods weighs heavily on many parent's minds. Whether you start earlier or wait until the recommended 6-month mark, your baby may experience a rash reaction to the new food. Identifying the type of rash she experiences is the first step in curing it.

  1. Allergen

    • Although rice is not considered an allergen, some babies may experience a reaction. If you give your baby cereal before 6 months of age, consult your pediatrician about any adverse reaction he experiences.

    Irritation

    • If the rash is localized to the face, neck and chest, your baby is most likely suffering from contact irritation. The texture of the solid food along with the drool it produces can irritate and dry the skin. Using a bib, frequently wiping her face and applying a protective balm, such as Aquaphor, can reduce the irritation.

    Hives

    • Hives, raised itchy bumps along the skin, are a good indicator of an allergic reaction. Stop including rice cereal in his diet for a week, and, if the hives disappear, you will know he is allergic.

    Facial Rash

    • Facial rashes that are accompanied by swollen, watery eyes are also a classic symptom of an allergy. As with hives, eliminating the food for a week will help you decide if it is the culprit.

    Bottom Redness

    • Rice is commonly given to children and adults with diarrhea and adds "bulk" to stool, which can cause hard, difficult-to-pass bowel movements. Reduce the amount of rice given or include a stool softening juice, such as apple or prune, in her diet to ease the discomfort.

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