To food allergy families, the vigilance with the pandemic felt all too familiar – from wariness of an unseen enemy to frequent hand-washing.
Parenting & School
Study Finds Parents Are Bullied About Food Allergies, Too
Bullying is a well-known problem for many food-allergic kids. Research now shows that parents can be the targets of food… Read more »
In The Crib: Choosing the Right Mattress For Your Baby
What to think about with crib mattresses to give little ones a healthy sleep. This is a sidebar to Allergic… Read more »
Herbivore Muffins: Tasty, Fun Recipe with Lessons for Kids
After the summer break, or even after a couple of months back in school, some kids could use a learning… Read more »
In Class or Virtual: Allergy Families Grapple with School’s Return
In June, Beth Garver’s daughter Amelia, affectionately known as “Lia,” completed first grade. The New Bern, North Carolina school hosted… Read more »
Safe at School: Navigating COVID-19 and Food Allergies
Eight key areas – including food in the classroom – for food allergy parents to consider during COVID-19.
Holes in the Safety Net for Food Allergy Families
With increased jobless levels ever since the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, a growing number of Americans have been turning to federal… Read more »
Mom Sues After Allergic Child Twice Barred from Preschools
A hurt and frustrated southern California mom has launched a lawsuit after her son was twice refused admission to preschool… Read more »
Merrill Debbs on Honoring Oakley and the Meaning of Red Sneakers Day
Merrill Debbs on the important messages of International Red Sneakers Day on May 20.
Anaphylaxis and Lack of Epinephrine Use in Young Kids
Even though epinephrine is the first line of defense against anaphylaxis, many young kids are not receiving the lifesaving injection… Read more »