Description:An instruction manual for families managing cow's milk allergy. Packed with advice and tried-and tested tips grounded in science, this guide will teach you how to live well with allergies. The short chapters get straight to the point and are perfect for busy parents. There are simple explanations of medical jargon so you can have more assertive and meaningful conversations with your doctor. You'll discover the mechanisms behind dairy allergy as well as learn about lactose intolerance, FPIES, FPIAP and EoE. There are practical tips and step-by-step instructions on:Recognising and treating a reactionAllergy medications and how they workTests including skin prick tests, blood tests & oral food challengesIntroducing allergenic foods to babiesReading ingredient labels, with lists of what to avoid for milk allergyDairy-free recipe substitutionsImmunotherapy and the 'Milk Ladder'Safety at daycare, school and workEating out at restaurantsTravel and holidaysWith a full section on managing anxiety and building confidence, this book is useful for all families, not just those with allergies.