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...in a handy place (for example, fold it up and keep it with the epinephrine shot). EpiPen has several resources to teach patients about the proper use of epinephrine shots. For best results, ask your child’s healthcare team to demonstrate how to properly use an epinephrine shot[3]. Research shows that parents who receive hands-on training are better able to properly demonstrate how to use their child’s epinephrine shot[4]. Remind them to be careful! An ironic...

...have you asked your healthcare team after diagnosis that you think would help other families? -Rob McCandlish, RDN Rob McCandlish is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) who joined the Nutricia team in 2010. Rob has years of experience at Nutricia following food allergy research, working with Neocate products, talking with Neocate families and learning about the science behind Neocate and food allergies. Rob has two nephews who both used Neocate for their cow milk allergies!...

...by now, starting any new formula comes with a bit of a transition period. Every baby is different, keep that in mind when reading this list. Some parents have told us that they’ve noticed changes as soon as the first few days, but change can take time. Some research shows it can take that full 2 weeks to see the full improvement in symptoms of food allergy. Be sure to talk to your baby’s healthcare...

In a recent article published by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), a panel of allergy experts and emergency physicians advise that emergency medicine teams should administer epinephrine to any patient they suspect is experiencing an allergic reaction. This challenges previous recommendations that the decision to use epinephrine should be weighed more carefully. Epinephrine is considered by doctors to be the first line of defense in an episode of anaphylaxis,...

...‘What you may see’ entry for more details. If changes feel a little too unsettling, talk to your healthcare provider or ask them to refer you to a Feeding Specialist. Additional tips based on developmental psychology Research shows that although children are born with predispositions for certain food preferences, the majority of food preferences are shaped by experience1. A child’s food acceptance and preference are strongly influenced by the way their parents present these foods....

...48 hours! I-FPIES – The International FPIES Association I-FPIES, founded by a mom who had a very personal experience with FPIES, is a nonprofit organization that provides education, support, and advocacy for individuals with FPIES and their families. I-FPIES partners with leaders in the medical community to develop evidence-based research, with a focus on early detection and new treatment options. Ultimately, I-FPIES represents families and medical professionals united by a common focus: finding a cause...

...milk-free peppermint shake. Another resource for some great ideas is this blog post by our friends at FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education) which includes recipes for Milk-Free Hot Chocolate and Frosted Nutmeg Cookies. And you can always serve fresh fruit for dessert, as long as your guest isn’t allergic to any of the fruit you’re serving. Are you expecting guests with food allergies this Christmas? What will you do to help them celebrate? –Rob...

...Care? According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, it is estimated that up to 75 percent of all visits to physician’s offices are stress-related. There are some studies that are starting to look at the potential relationship between stress and increased susceptibility to infections and various other diseases. There’s already evidence that caring for children with food allergies can cause parents to miss more work and experience more financial stress. Ongoing research is finding...