Here’s what I’ve learned about parenting a strong, independent young person while transitioning the job of food allergy management. It’s been… Read more »
Parenting & School
Vigilance Fatigue: What Food Allergy and COVID-19 Have in Common
To food allergy families, the vigilance with the pandemic felt all too familiar – from wariness of an unseen enemy to frequent hand-washing.
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 »
COVID-19 and Food in the Class: What Allergy Families Need to Know
As families emerge from the COVID-19 lockdown, masks at the ready, many are thinking ahead to autumn – and the… Read more »