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Why a milk and soya free diet?

Around 3% of children develop Cow's Milk Protein Allergy. Some children who are allergic to cow's milk protein are also allergic to soya protein so this may need to be excluded from the diet too. It can take longer for children to recover, but many 'grow out' of cow's milk and soya protein allergy. This information will help you avoid cow's milk and soya whilst making sure your baby gets all the nutrition they need to grow and develop well.

Asthma is a common condition affecting 1 in 11 children and young people, with every school classroom containing 1 or 2 children with Asthma. If not treated well, Asthma has a significant impact on a child’s quality of life and their ability to enjoy activities and education.

It also puts them at risk from episodes of breathing difficulty, known as Asthma attacks.

Sadly, some children and young people with asthma will die from these attacks every year. These episodes are preventable with good asthma care delivered in partnership with the child or young person through empowering them to manage their asthma.