Functional Medicine For Moms | First-Time Parents Trying To Navigate Holistic, Healthy Living

Food Allergies vs Sensitivities in Babies: Gut Health, Signs, and What Parents Can Do


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Is that rash, spit-up, or fussiness a food allergy…or just a sensitivity? In this episode of Functional Medicine for Moms, we unpack the difference between true food allergies (IgE reactions) and food sensitivities (IgG/IgA), and how these show up in both babies and adults.

We’ll talk about:

  • The difference between allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances
  • How gut health shapes food reactions in babies and moms
  • Common signs to watch for (eczema, mucusy stools, fussiness, congestion)
  • Whether food reactions mean your baby will always have that issue
  • How breastfeeding protects against allergies (and what to do if formula feeding)
  • Practical steps to support gut health + build tolerance

This is a hope-filled, functional medicine perspective to help you feel less overwhelmed and more equipped in your motherhood journey.

Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health.

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Functional Medicine For Moms | First-Time Parents Trying To Navigate Holistic, Healthy LivingBy Landon Moline & Dr. Kelly Moline, PharmD