Transitioning from childhood allergist appointments with parents to independently navigating the allergist is a significant change for us allergy kids, turned adults. Whether going to appointments alone for the first time or trying a new allergist, there are a number of considerations to make beforehand. So, how do you learn […]
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Food Allergy Restaurant Experience in Nantucket- Follow Up to Facebook Live
I wanted to follow up on my food allergy experience in Nantucket this past weekend that I talked about in my Facebook Live this morning. Nantucket is an island 30 miles off the coast of Massachusetts. I used to live there and it is home to me. Now I try […]
Childhood Halloween & Teal Pumpkin Exploration
As a child, I never missed a Halloween, even with many severe food allergies. I loved to dress up! I trick or treated. I had safety rules to follow like my friends and neighbors. The only differences were that my rules were more specific due to severe food allergies. I […]
Wild Zora Bars are a Favorite Food Allergy Friendly Travel Option
The first time that I tried Wild Zora bars, I was at the Food Allergy Bloggers Conference in Denver. There were many booths set up around a large conference room. When I saw the Wild Zora booth, I was intrigued by the distinct flavors of their bars. I was given […]
What Questions to Ask At Restaurants with Food Allergies
For parents or individuals that are new to the life of an allergic reactor, everything involving food can feel daunting. When your child has food allergies, going out to eat does become more tricky but it is absolutely possible! It is essential to know what questions to ask in order […]
Using Chef Cards for Food Allergies at Restaurants
I often talk with great enthusiasm about using chef cards for food allergies at restaurants. Let me tell you why… It works, helps everyone involved, and has assisted me in traveling successfully all over the world with my many food allergies. When I started frequently traveling growing up, we started […]