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F/U to allergist appt

SofkaSofka
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we got the results for DD's allergy test. The good news is that she's not allergic to any of the foods we tested for (including peanuts and seafood!) nor the dogs. The bad news is she's allergic to dust mites. does anyone use an allergy mattress cover (I posted on thenest as well)? This seems like the best possible outcome (outside of zero allergies, of course), just a little more work for me, washing all sheets and everything on her bed in hot water each week (I do most of the laundry in cold and since this will add so much, it'll just be an extra - separate - wash), keeping as few stuffed animals on the bed as possible, no more humidifier, vaccuming very often, washing curtains (getting rid of them is not an option as it'll be too light for her to sleep). I think it's manageable; if anyone else is dealing with this, let me know your "tricks of the trade," please.
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Re: F/U to allergist appt

  • I_love_cupcakesI_love_cupcakes member

    I think this is a pretty common allergy, so while it's more work for you, should be pretty manageable.  I tested positive for that when I was a child, and as I got older, it seemed to subside, or at least be easier to manage without much thought.

    In addition to all you mentioned, keep in mind that you'll want to be diligent about changing the air filters in the hvac system and the vacuum as well.  This should help keep dust to a minimum.

    While you're looking for allergy mattress covers, don't forget the pillow covers as well.

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  • SofkaSofka

    thanks! I'm hoping she'll outgrow it. She doesn't sleep with a pillow and we have a DYSON, which the allergist said already comes w/ a  HEPA filter.

    I'll be doing some online shopping today!

     

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  • alliapistoralliapistor member

    In addition to what you noted, my allergist suggested limiting book storage in the bedroom because they attract mites. 

    Stuffed animals should really be washed in hot water every so often too.

    We added a separate air filter machine in our bedroom and that seemed to help.  It also creates white noise, which can be soothing.

    Use the good filters for your HVAC and make sure to change them regularly.  I order ours off the internet, because it is a lot cheaper. They also make sheets that go over individual air vents to trap dust.  I haven't used these yet, but have been considering them.  You may want to try it just in her bedroom.

    Never dry dust.  Always use a damp cloth.

    If you have any rugs in the bedroom, get rid of them or get ones that can be washed regularly.

    If you have pets, keep them out of the bedroom (even if baby isn't allergic to the pets).  Pets can carry dustmites.

     

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