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...As summer winds down and the school year approaches, parents of children with allergies might be wondering “What will my child eat for lunch?” If you have a child for whom school lunch is not an option, here are some ideas for balanced and nutritious meals that are free of the top eight allergens. They take some time to prepare, so you might consider serving them for dinner and sending leftovers for lunch the...

...Often, Thanksgiving and holidays can be tough for families that have a child with food allergies. Even though the holidays often revolve around food, you can still make them enjoyable for your allergy prone little one. You just have to prepare! But how do you make Thanksgiving fun for the entire family when you have a child with a food allergy? First, let’s talk about the school activities: If your child’s school is...

...can be offered to kids in elementary school, or teens in high school, regarding the significance of food allergies and what to do if their classmate or friend is experiencing an allergic reaction. They have really nice posters which can be displayed in classrooms or organizations, as well as bookmarks for a constant reminder throughout a child’s day. Our favorite find on the Foodallergy.org site is these adorable “PAL™ Hero Awards”, which can be handed...

...offered free samples of their products. All products had ingredient statements on them so parents and kids, too, could read the labels! A concert by the world’s only food allergy musician, Kyle Dine. An advocacy table where parents and kids could learn more about school food allergy bills and sign posters to support state bill 5067, School Access to Emergency Epinephrine, a bill in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives designed to keep all children with...

...enjoy the holiday and you won’t have to worry about any accidental exposure to allergens. Create an emergency plan (just in case). Have a set plan in place that all participating people know about before the activities begin. Be sure to talk with teachers/other parents about what needs to be done to ensure your child’s safety at any Halloween parties or school activities. Remember, even a little bit of a food allergen can cause a...

...eggs and it’s a healthier option because it deducts excessive sugar. Let the clue come to you:Older kids can enjoy finding eggs filled with clues for a grand prize at the end of the hunt. The grand prize can be a basket with goodies like cool school supplies, small tech prizes or gift cards. Safe for all: It’s always better to be safe than sorry. If you plan to stuff the Easter eggs, make them...