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32|Get Allergy Meals On The Table Fast Without Sacrificing Safety or Variety

Hey food allergy mama,
Have you ever felt like you’re fighting against time to get allergy meals on the table?  Your family constantly needs to eat, and ensuring that meals are safe and ready on time can be a constant source of anxiety, especially for us families with limited diets!
Today, I’m sharing 3 game-changers that helped me transform the chaotic, stressful process of preparing allergy-friendly meals into a smooth and enjoyable routine. 
So if you’re ready for calm and efficiency instead of stress, and more time with your family, while also preparing safe and delicious meals, let's get to it!
I'm cheering for you,
Corinna
NEXT STEPS
Subscribe to this podcast, and give it a review.  Your review makes the podcast easier to find for families that need it.
 
Grab the 90-Minute Variety Booster.
 
Get the free resources:
Newly Diagnosed Checklist: https://www.friendlypantry.com/newly-diagnosed-with-food-allergies-guide
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7): https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
 
Listen to Related Episodes:
6| The Top Secret Food Allergy Information Every Allergy Family Needs
9| 10 Tips To Save Big on Allergy-Friendly Food
24| Easily Cook Allergy Food With These 3 Life-Changing Tips
 

31| Should You Keep Allergens In Your Home?: Food Allergy Information For Life

Hey Mama,
Are you wondering if you should keep allergens in your home? Are you wondering if you're currently making the wrong choice for your family or if you're the only one doing it that way? 
Today we're going through 5 considerations to help you decide if keeping allergens in your home is right for your family. I hope this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need to make the best decision for your family and implement it safely.
I'm cheering for you!
Corinna
NEXT STEPS:
Subscribe to this podcast, and give it a review.  Your review makes the podcast easier to find for families that need it!
 
Grab the FREE Resources:
Newly Diagnosed Checklist: https://www.friendlypantry.com/newly-diagnosed-with-food-allergies-guide
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7): https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
 
Enroll in the Get Over The Fear of Trying New Foods Workshop.
 
Listen to Related Episodes:
6|The Top Secret Food Allergy Information Every Allergy Family Needs
22| Oral Immunotherapy Through A Mom's Eyes
3| Introducing Allergens: 3 Game-Changing Steps For When You're Nervous
 
Check out the resources mentioned in this show:
Ask The Expert About Peanut Air Travel
Airborn Anaphylaxis True or False?
All About Airborne Food Allergens
 
 

30| Oral Food Challenges:3 Tips To Make Them Less Stressful

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
So your doctor has recommended you do an oral food challenge, huh? 
I know that food allergies can make this test super stressful.  I mean a literal stomach ache leading up to it, is stressful. 
Because the overwhelm of giving your child something that you’ve been avoiding like the plague, can seem almost impossible.  
If this is you, and you want to make oral food challenges less scary, this episode is for you. 
I’m going to share our positive experiences and how oral food challenges changed our lives AND 3 tips to make them less stressful.
I hope this blesses you!
Corinna
Next Steps:
Was this episode helpful? Subscribe to this podcast and give it a review so more food allergy mamas who need it can find it.
Get the FREE Resources:
Newly Diagnosed Checklist: https://www.friendlypantry.com/newly-diagnosed-with-food-allergies-guide
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7): https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
Enroll in the Get Over The Fear of Trying New Foods Workshop.
Read the Blog:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/165-oral-food-challenges-3-tips-to-make-them-less-stressful 
Listen to Related Episodes:
3| Introducing Allergens: 3 Game-Changing Steps For When You're Nervous
13| What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Living With Food Allergies
 
Resources mentioned in this show:
Ina, The Asian Allergy Mom @theasianallergymom
 

29| Allergy Alert Bracelets: Should Your Child Have One?

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
Do you need an allergy alert bracelet?  
If your child has food allergies, then you may be wondering how to keep them safe when they're not with you at daycare, preschool, or school. Maybe you wonder if your child could articulate their allergy during an emergency, or while they're having a reaction? Or maybe you want to ensure others know your contact details and information about your child's allergy, if they ever get lost or separated from you.
I know what it's like to feel helpless in these situations. The first thing you need to know is there is a way to prepare for all of this and improve the outcome too.
Today, I'm sharing important information about allergy alert bracelets and how they can help your child be safer and help you worry less. 
I know you'll be surprised at some of the things you learn, because you may not have thought of it before.
I hope this blesses you!
Corinna
NEXT STEPS:
Get the FREE Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide: https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide 
 
Grab one of these important resources:
Enroll in the Food Allergy Travel Workshop
Enroll in the Get Over The Fear of Trying New Foods Workshop.
Grab the School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
Grab the 90-Minute Variety Booster.
Enroll in the Dining Out With Food Allergies Workshop
Grab the Birthday Party (and Playdate) Success Pack.
Enroll in Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshop
 
Read The Blog:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/114-back-to-school-medical-alert-id-bracelets-for-kids 
 
*Check Out Our Favorite Allergy Alert Bracelets (Affiliate Link)
Lauren's Hope 
 
Listen To Related Episodes:
4| Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
17| Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School
19| Kindergarten Readiness: A Food Allergy Parent’s Essential Guide
26| School Supply Essentials For Kids With Food Allergies
27|Your Allergy Action Plan For School: 6 Essential Tips
28| Peanuts in Schools: Are Allergen Bans Enough?
 

28| Peanuts in Schools: Are Allergen Bans Enough?

Hey food allergy mama,
Get ready because this episode is juicy!
This Episode is for the nut and peanut allergy parent who don’t think they need to meet with their teacher at school because the school has a “no nut policy”.  
It’s also for parents that manage other allergies because I think you’ll learn some important information too.
I’m sharing experiences we’ve had with nut bans throughout all our years in elementary school and jr. high, as well as some surprising evidence-based studies that might just turn what you think about nut bans upside down.
If your school has a nut ban, OR, you wish you could ban your child’s allergen at your school, THIS episode is for you!
I hope this blesses you!
Corinna
NEXT STEPS:
 
Get the FREE Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide for kids aged 2-7.
 
Grab the School Allergy Plan Template and School Success Pack.  You can get the School Success Pack for 40% off if you purchase it at the same time as the School Allergy Plan Template.  Just add it at checkout.
 
Read the Blog:
Peanuts in Schools: Are Allergen Bans Enough?
 
Listen to Related Episodes:
4| Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
17| Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School
25| 3 Things I Wish I Knew Earlier About School Food Allergy Safety
26| School Supply Essentials For Kids With Food Allergies
27| Your Allergy Action Plan For School: 6 Tips
 
Resources Mentioned:
1. Allergist Debate About Whether Peanuts Should Be Allowed in Schools:
YES, peanuts SHOULD be allowed.
NO, Peanuts should not be allowed.
 
2. Study about whether peanut bans lowered the use of epinephrine.
 
3. Anaphylaxis 2023 Practice Parameter Update
 

27| Your Allergy Action Plan For School: 6 Essential Tips For Success

Hey Food Allergy Mama!
Are you stressing about creating your food allergy action plan with your school?  Do you feel nervous and worry about getting it wrong? Are you looking for clarity on what to say and do so that your child is as safe as possible and included at school?
After having many meetings with our teachers about food allergies at school over the past 17 years and learning the hard way about what not to do, I want to save you time, effort, and worry by sharing the top 6 tips for a successful school allergy action plan.  You can use these tips for a 504 plan for food allergies or a less official version.
I want to make this simple so you can get this overwhelming task done in the best way possible so your child has a safe and included school year.
I hope this blesses you!
Corinna
Next Steps:
Grab the FREE Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide so you can help your child get ready for school:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
 
Grab The School Food Allergy Plan Template and School Success Pack (Just add the School Success Pack at checkout for over 40% off!) https://friendlypantry.thrivecart.com/school/?ref=epi27podcast 
 
Read the blog
Your Allergy Action Plan For School: 6 Tips For Success 
 
Listen To Related Episodes
4| Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
17| Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School
25| 3 Things I Wish I Knew Earlier About School Food Allergy Safety
26| School Supply Essentials For Kids With Food Allergies
 
 
 
 
 

26| School Supply Essentials For Kids With Food Allergies

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
Are you ready to start the school year off right so your child can be as safe as possible at school?  Here are 9 school supply essentials for food allergy kids that will increase safety and awareness about your child's food allergy so you can feel less stressed and calmer while they're at school.
I say this from years of experience that these 9 supplies are non-negotiable when getting school supplies for your food allergy child this year.  
I hope this blesses you!
Corinna
NEXT STEPS:
Get the School Food Allergy Template and the School Success Pack (Use code SUMMERSALE15) to get 15% off the base Template - ONLY until July 31/2024.
School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
 
Enroll in ANY of the workshops before they are gone for 15% off with code SUMMERSALE15.
Enroll in the Food Allergy Travel Workshop
Enroll in the Get Over The Fear of Trying New Foods Workshop.
Grab the School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
Grab the 90-Minute Variety Booster.
Enroll in the Dining Out With Food Allergies Workshop
Grab the Birthday Party (and Playdate) Success Pack.
Enroll in Calm Epinephrine Workshop.
Enroll in Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshop
 
Get the affiliate products mentioned in this show:
Epinephrine Carriers
Medical Alert Bracelets for Young Kids
Medical Alert Bracelets for All Ages
 
Read The Blog:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/79-8-school-supply-essentials-for-kids-with-food-allergies
 
Listen to Related Episodes:
4| Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
17| Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School
19| Kindergarten Readiness: A Food Allergy Parent’s Essential Guide
25| 3 Mistakes I Made With Food Allergies At School & How To Avoid Them
 
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Tips For Getting Kids To Wear A Medical Alert Bracelet
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

25| 3 Mistakes I've Made With Food Allergy Safety at School, and How To Avoid Them

Hey food allergy mama,
Are you feeling afraid of your child going to school with food allergies? Do you feel overwhelmed with the fear of what could happen or how to advocate well for them?  Are you looking for clarity about how to educate the teacher and staff?
After 14 years of food allergy safety at school, and learning the hard way about what not to do; I want to save you time, energy, and your sanity by sharing 3 mistakes I've made at school with food allergies and how to avoid them.
I hope this simplifies your life and helps you feel more confident and in control so your child can thrive at school despite food allergies.
I hope this blesses you!
Corinna
Next Steps:
Get the FREE Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide for kids aged 2-7:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
 
Get the School Food Allergy Template and the School Success Pack (Use code SUMMERSALE15) to get 15% off the base Template:
School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
 
Enroll in ANY of the workshops before they are gone for 15% off with code SUMMERSALE15.
Enroll in the Food Allergy Travel Workshop
Enroll in the Get Over The Fear of Trying New Foods Workshop.
Grab the School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
Grab the 90-Minute Variety Booster.
Enroll in the Dining Out With Food Allergies Workshop
Grab the Birthday Party (and Playdate) Success Pack.
Enroll in Calm Epinephrine Workshop.
Enroll in Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshop
 
Read The Blog:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/27-mistakes-i-made-when-my-kids-started-school-with-food-allergies
 
Listen to Related Episodes:
4| Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
17| Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School
19| Kindergarten Readiness: A Food Allergy Parent’s Essential Guide
 
 
 

24| Easily Cook Allergy Food With These 3 Life-Changing Tips

Hey, food allergy mama,
Any mom will tell you that getting healthy dinners on the table is a non-stop challenge.  As a food allergy mama, you not only have this challenge, but you also have allergy food obstacles to deal with.
For example: 
Converting every good recipe you find into something that’s safe for your family is exhausting.
Even though you long to be able to forget about finding and cooking safe food for a little while (even a weekend would be nice), you have nobody to take over cooking for you.  When you do get a break, all that free time is spent teaching your friends or family how to cook safely for your child and going over the ingredients of every dish for the next social event..  
The overwhelm with reading labels at the grocery store is real, and you would love to go back to the days when you could throw anything into the cart on a whim.
Do you wonder if this cooking situation is something you must accept as a food allergy mama?  Are you destined to suffer in silence when it comes to easily and safely feeding your family every single day?
In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple, but life-changing tips that will make cooking for food allergies easier and less burdensome.  You’ll learn to cook allergy food fast, without sacrificing safety or quality. 
I hope this blesses you,
Corinna
NEXT STEPS
1. Subscribe to this podcast, and give it a review.  Your review makes the podcast easier to find for families that need it.
2.  Grab the 90-Minute Variety Booster. This is a done-for-you meal plan and training bundle that works for the top 9 allergens plus gluten.
3. Get the free resources:
Newly Diagnosed Checklist: https://www.friendlypantry.com/newly-diagnosed-with-food-allergies-guide
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7): https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
4. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode #9| 10 Tips To Save Big on Allergy-Friendly Food
Episode 13| What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Living With Food Allergies
5. Read The Blog
 

23| Disney With Food Allergies: 3 Things You Need To Know Before You Go

Dear food allergy mama,
If you've heard that Disney with food allergies is an amazing family vacation; this episode is for you! 
Disney World is very allergy-friendly, BUT they're not perfect, and you still need to be prepared.  This episode will give you 3 things you need to know before heading to Disney with food allergies.  
I'm cheering for you,
Corinna
 
Next Steps:
 
1. Subscribe to this podcast, and give it a review.  Your review makes the podcast easier to find for families that need it.
2. Grab the Disney Food Allergy Guides or Disney Gluten-Friendly Guides here (affiliate links).
3. Get the free resources:
Newly Diagnosed Checklist: https://www.friendlypantry.com/newly-diagnosed-with-food-allergies-guide
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7): https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
4. Read The Blog:
Disney With Food Allergies - 3 Things You Need To Know Before You Go
5. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode 8: Unlock The Magic of Disney World Allergy Menus
Episode 16: Find The Type Of Food Allergy Travel That's Perfect For Your Family