Take the Reins in the New Year: Food Allergy Goals and Resolutions
It’s a new year! A time to look ahead and move ever forward with our lives. And with the beginning of each new year comes hope and possibility. We’re moving forward into this new year with food...
View ArticleFun for Everyone: Candy Bar Birthday Party
I wish I could take credit for this adorable idea. But I can’t. My friend is just a genius. Her own kids aren’t allergic, but my thoughtful and creative friend had kids with food allergies on her...
View ArticleCreating a Halloween for EVERYONE
Halloween is traditionally frightful. Between the the ghosts and zombies milling about, candy and party food shouldn’t be scary. But the chaotic and exuberant fun of Halloween can be chilling for...
View ArticleAllergy-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes
It’s actually fairly easy to create a Thanksgiving dinner that everyone can enjoy easily. With just a couple of ingredient swaps, there’s almost no part of this inclusive meal that you’ll need to...
View ArticleFood Allergies: Overcoming Disagreements
The holidays are a magical time – filled with hope and kindness. But when you have food allergies, holiday gatherings are sometimes filled with the possibility of being excluded, disappointed, or the...
View ArticleDeck the Halls: Allergy-Friendly Gingerbread House Round-Up
No one should miss out on holiday traditions. But families with food allergies are hesitant to participate in activities that revolve around food, particularly baked goods. Baked goods are often...
View ArticleAllergy-Friendly Hanukkah Doughnuts: Buy Them, Make Them, Eat Them!
As a food allergy consultant to schools, I get asked all kinds of questions and involved in all sorts of projects. Recently, I received a fun assignment! My daughter’s school asked me to find a safe...
View ArticleCreative and Fun Non-Food Ideas to Fill Your Easter Eggs
Having food allergies can be limiting during food-centric holidays. They are especially hard for kids during candy-themed holidays like Easter, Valentine’s Day and Halloween. Children with food...
View ArticleDonate These Allergy-Friendly Foods This Holiday Season
Happy Thanksgiving! There is so much to be grateful for this holiday season – family, friends, and good health among so many other things to be thankful for. But some families are struggling,...
View ArticleIs it Safe? Chocolate vs. Food Allergies
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Chocolate might just be the key to the heart. But if you have food allergies, proceed with caution – Chocolate can contain a number of common allergens. Although people...
View ArticleFocus on Fun: Thanksgiving Games
Thanksgiving and other food-centric holidays are tough for families with food allergies. Traditional foods may not be safe and allergic family members sometimes feel excluded from the celebration....
View ArticleStock the Shelves for Families with Food Allergies
With the holidays upon us, gratefulness should be at the forefront of our minds. It’s certainly on mine. And, while I am so thankful for so many things, I can’t help but think of those who may be...
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