What should I consider with a baby?

Babies who suffer from neurodermatitis are very sensitive to certain foods. These foods are very different from one person to another. It is advisable to note down the foods consumed daily to filter out possible triggers.

There is no generally valid diet. If certain foods worsen the symptoms, they should not be eaten. Finished products containing additives and preservatives should be avoided completely.

Other foods that can have a negative effect are dairy, soya and wheat products.In addition, babies should not be given sweets, as these can also have a negative effect on the disease. It is recommended to breastfeed the baby until the sixth month and then start with a porridge diet. Milk meals should be progressively reduced.

From the 10th month onwards, the baby can also be fed normal food. However, one should carefully observe which foods are tolerated and which are not. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for at least 6 months.

Breastfeeding offers numerous advantages for the baby. Firstly, breast milk contains many important nutrients such as proteins, fats, minerals and vitamins. In addition, breast milk can absorb digestive enzymes that facilitate the absorption of food.

Furthermore, breastfeeding supports brain development and promotes learning and intelligence. But why is breastfeeding so important in connection with neurodermatitis? In addition to all these positive effects, breast milk leads to a maturing of the immune system.

A mature immune system is particularly important to ensure that immune cells do not attack, destroy and trigger inflammatory reactions against the body’s own cells. In addition, the maturation of the intestinal flora is also promoted. Thus microorganisms can successfully attach themselves to the intestinal mucosa and promote the defense mechanism of the intestine.

However, since these processes take time, nature has created another strategy. Through breast milk, the infant can absorb antibodies from the mother. In this way, infections can be successfully combated and there is also evidence of the occurrence of rare diseases such as gastrointestinal infections.