{"id":61723,"date":"2025-06-01T05:35:25","date_gmt":"2025-05-31T19:35:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpcodex.xyz\/2026\/boobtofood\/podcast\/introducing-allergens-with-paediatric-allergist-dr-chaitanya-bodapati\/"},"modified":"2025-06-01T05:35:25","modified_gmt":"2025-05-31T19:35:25","slug":"introducing-allergens-with-paediatric-allergist-dr-chaitanya-bodapati","status":"publish","type":"podcast","link":"https:\/\/wpcodex.xyz\/2026\/boobtofood\/podcast\/introducing-allergens-with-paediatric-allergist-dr-chaitanya-bodapati\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing Allergens with Paediatric Allergist Dr. Chaitanya Bodapati"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"buzzsprout-player-16847948\"><\/div><script src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/2138399\/episodes\/16847948-118-introducing-allergens-with-paediatric-allergist-dr-chaitanya-bodapati.js?container_id=buzzsprout-player-16847948&#038;player=small\" type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allergies are one of the most common\u2014and nerve-wracking\u2014concerns for families starting solids. From knowing when to introduce allergens to understanding how often they should be offered, it\u2019s no wonder so many parents feel overwhelmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this week\u2019s episode of Boob to Food The Podcast, we\u2019re joined by the brilliant (and relatable) Dr. Chaitanya Bodapati, a dual-trained paediatric allergist\/immunologist and general paediatrician. Not only does she bring a wealth of clinical experience, but she also shares her perspective as a mum navigating food allergies firsthand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In this episode we discuss:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When and how to start introducing allergens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why timing matters (but also why you don\u2019t need to panic)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How often allergens should be offered and in what quantity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to do if your baby spits the food out (again!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to approach allergens when you have dietary restrictions or food avoidance in your family<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether it\u2019s necessary to introduce every single tree nut individually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to do if your baby is unwell, or if there\u2019s a family history of allergy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What reactions to look out for and when to seek help<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8230; and so much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can connect with Dr Chai via&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/childrensallergyclinic\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;or through her website&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.childrensallergyclinic.com.au\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.childrensallergyclinic.com.au<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Today\u2019s episode is brought to you by Harris Farm.&nbsp;<\/strong>Harris Farm is a family-owned Aussie business and one of our favourite places to shop &#8211; both for everyday staples and those special little extras that make meals feel exciting and extra delicious. They\u2019re passionate about supporting local growers, reducing food waste, and making good food more accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re a fan of vibrant produce, pantry staples without the nasties, and delicious snacks your kids will actually eat (without the additives), Harris Farm is the place to go. We especially love their&nbsp;<em>Imperfect Picks<\/em>&nbsp;range (hello, sustainable savings!) and their&nbsp;<em>Colour by Nature<\/em>&nbsp;initiative that removes artificial colours from their products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.harrisfarm.com.au\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.harrisfarm.com.au<\/a>&nbsp;to find your nearest store.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Allergies are one of the most common\u2014and nerve-wracking\u2014concerns for families starting solids. 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