Yes, I'm Pregnant!

Regarding allergy testing during pregnancy, it is not recommended due to the risk of anaphylactic shock which could risk the amount of oxygen getting to you and your unborn child.  It is my understanding that if immuno-allergy shots are already being administered without adverse effects, a person may sustain the same dosage or slightly lower during pregnancy.   Food allergies are usually not treated with shots though, rather through elimination.  Keeping that in mind, try creating a food diary along with any symptoms you may feel may help you to identify triggers.  Once you begin to increase your awareness you may eliminate possible triggers from your diet.  MSG is often stated as a trigger for headaches, and it is easy to avoid.  I have wheat and tomato allergies, so I avoid those ingredients and I have an adverse reaction to citrus, but it takes up to three days to manifest.  My sister also found that she felt better during pregnancy by following a gluten free diet.  Following your pregnancy, check with an otolaryngologist (ENT: Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor) who offers allergy testing to guide you through the process. I have continued my allergy shots throughout my pregnancy, and I’m at 32 weeks.  I avoid the foods I’m allergic to and find that my overall health is good.  I hope this was helpful for you.

I have never been tested for food allergies, but when I was in the 1st trimester of my 1st pregnancy 2 years ago; I figured out I was allergic to food coloring and certain preservatives. I was getting migraines a couple of times a week, I would be so sick I had to go to the ER 2 times because I would throw up for a full 24 hours. I stay away from a lot of foods, because it's just not worth getting sick. I have been migraine free for 2 years now. This pregnancy(I'm due on  Sept 30) I didn't even get morning sickness!!

I read all labels. The things I stay away is everything that has artificial coloring, grape juice, and wine. I don't know what it is about grape juice. I hope it helps.