Food Allergy Made Easy | Food Allergy Safety Based On Experience and Research

Hey, food allergy mama,

I know that many food allergy mamas are simply surviving when it comes to food allergy management, and although you desperately want to increase food allergy awareness, it can feel like it isn't doable in this busy season.

In this episode, I'll share some insight into small things you probably already do that make a HUGE impact on food allergy awareness and improve your child's quality of life too.

Plus, I'l...

I'm celebrating food allergy moms and sharing a life-changing story in today's episode. 

As mamas, it's easy to feel like you're failing.  It's easy to forget how hard you're working or the amount of time and effort your responsibilities require. 

This can have a HUGE impact on your health and your family too. 

In this episode, I want to be a source of encouragement and remind you to take care of yourself.

I'm not talking about typ...

Dear Younger Me,

I see you.  You feel alone and unprepared right now.  Your helpless, precious child has been diagnosed with a severe food allergy and you’re now living with food allergies.  You’ve already seen the power this disease has when your sweet child became swollen beyond recognition with hives, redness, and itchiness.  You’re told it could have been much worse and you’re thankful but fearful of the next time. 

Your mama b...

So you're wondering if dining out with food allergies is something your family can do? Or maybe you already eat out, but you're wondering if you've been asking the right questions? This episode is a must-listen. I'll share 3 dealbreakers that stop us from dining out at a restaurant with food allergies and ONE thing I don't expect from restaurants when it comes to food allergies. 

I want to show you that you can eat out with food al...

Hey food allergy mama,

Are you finally in a rhythm with food allergies, but things are suddenly changing because your food-allergy child is being invited to birthday parties?

Birthday parties are supposed to be a fun part of life because your child is making friends, BUT food allergies add so much fear. Unfortunately, kids with allergens all over their hands can make anaphylaxis seem likely and it's enough to cause any food allergy...

Hey Food Allergy Mama,

How many times have you heard to use the EpiPen first, and to use it fast?  Whether this is the first time, or you've heard it many times, not hesitating to use epinephrine is essential to stop anaphylaxis quickly.

But sometimes the fear of needles or not feeling fully confident can stop even the most prepared mama, even without knowing it!

In this episo...

Hey Food Allergy Mama,

We all know that allergy-friendly food is expensive. If you're looking at the cost of a box of cookies, let's say, and then the cost of the allergy-friendly dupe, it's not unrealistic for it to be double the price!

So how can we lower the cost at the grocery store as food allergy parents?  I'm sharing 10 easy and quick ways to chop your spending in today's episode.

I want to help your family thrive with food ...

Hey Food Allergy Mama,

Are you frustrated because people you know and love don't make food allergy accommodations for your child? I know how hard that can be, especially when it's family or someone who should care the most about your child!

But after 17 years as a food allergy mom, I've been there.  I've even had people tell me that I'm making things up and being overly protective.  Yes, this is hard to deal with, but I can tell yo...

Hey Mama,

If you've been searching for information about food allergies at Disney World or the famous Disney World Allergy Menus, this episode is for you!  I'm here to help you get the most allergy-safe and magical trip with your family.

Together we'll go through 5 little-known truth bombs about Disney World and food allergies, and the 5 steps of planning allergy food in the parks so you can have more safety and fun without spendin...

Today, I'm spilling the tea and sharing one of my BEST KEPT secrets as a food allergy mama. This secret has helped make my life and my family's life safer, easier, and less time-consuming, and it will lower your mental weight as well.

JUST A NOTE : 

This food allergy information is about saving your mental health and lowering the mental load of food allergies, but it's important to FIRST know the life-saving basics like recognizing...

Hey Food Allergy Mama,

Are you considering an all-inclusive allergy-friendly resort? Are you wondering if it's worth the risk for your food allergy family?  Maybe you've been checking out the Facebook groups, and checking reviews, but you're still not sure.

STOP!

Don't make the booking just yet. The worst thing you can do is book something and end up worried and nervous becaus...

Hey Food Allergy Mama!

If you're here, you've likely experienced the scary and lonely food allergy diagnosis with your child. Unfortunately, food allergy parents aren't taught how to navigate the food allergy lifestyle and it's easy to feel alone and discouraged sometimes.

Just like I did when my daughter had a serious reaction and I didn't know what to do.

Lean in as I share our story.  It's not easy to tell, but I know that what ...

Hey Food Allergy Mama,

Back when my daughter was younger, I had no idea that schools and teachers weren't very aware of food allergies. I soon learned that not only were schools and teachers unaware in general, but that food and allergens are EVERYWHERE at school.  

Some parents are super in tune with educating and advocating for their food allergy child at school, but other parents, like m...

Hey Food Allergy Mama,

Introducing allergens to your baby or trying new foods with your child can be nerve-wracking and scary because of food allergies. Sometimes just the thought of trying a new food can turn your stomach and make you nauseous.

Maybe your child already has a food allergy, or maybe their sibling does. Or maybe you just feel nervous because of things you've heard.  All of these things are valid reasons...

Let's be real.  Nobody is perfect, but when it comes to food allergies, the pressure and consequences of getting it wrong are a huge weight on our shoulders as parents. 

If you're ready to learn from my mistakes, so you don't have to learn the hard way, this episode is for you!

I'll show you 7 big food allergy myths and mistakes I've made along the way, and what I've learned to do instead.  This is real-life, practical knowledge th...