Many parents worry when their baby develops dry skin or exhibits changes in behavior during the first few weeks of life. These are often normal adjustments to life outside the womb or signs of typical brain development. However, doctors frequently misdiagnose these symptoms as a milk allergy. NHS prescriptions for milk allergy formula have skyrocketed by 700%, from £8.1 million to £60 million in 10 years, despite no evidence of an increase in allergy prevalence. This misdiagnosis strains the NHS and causes unnecessary distress for families. If you are unsure about your child's symptoms, consult an infant feeding specialist. For most families, breastmilk remains the safest nutrition.