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22| Oral Immunotherapy Through A Mom's Eyes

Hey food allergy mama,
I know you might be interested in oral immunotherapy to help your child live a normal life of "food freedom".  In this episode, I'm sharing the good, and the bad of our OIT journey. 
I hope it gives you a balanced look at what it's like to do Oral Immunotherapy so you can decide if it's right for your child and family.  Of course, nobody's journey will be the same, and I'm not a doctor so please check with your Allergist for the food allergy treatment plan specific to your child.
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. 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 Social Event Survival Pack
 
4. 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
 
5. Read The Blog:
Food Allergy Treatment: Our Tree Nut Desensitization Journey
 
6. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode #1: From Mistakes to Food Allergy Awareness: Our Journey
Episode #2: 7 Food Allergy Myths & Errors I've Made, And What To Do Instead
Episode #13: What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Living With Food Allergies
Episode #14: To Food Allergy Moms With Love
 
7. Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Nervous Parent's Guide To Oral Food Challenges at Home

21| Allergy Awareness: Help! How Do I Make The Host Understand Food Allergies?

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
Allergy Awareness in friends and family can seem so difficult sometimes because educating friends and family who aren’t living it is hard.  ​Not only that but so many scenarios are affected by food allergies because food is a part of EVERYTHING. ​​It can take so much time and effort to go over it for every playdate, birthday party, church event, and more.​So today, I wanted to answer another juicy question I got in my DMs.​​If you’re struggling with getting people to understand food allergies, you won’t want to miss this. ​You’ll get 4 steps for getting others to understand food allergies so your child can be safer with less time and effort.  
Go here to listen to the episode or read the blog post.
I'm praying and 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 Social Event Survival Pack and get the Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshopfor 50% off. This is a great deal!
 
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 7: Staying Positive When Others Don't Make Food Allergy Accommodations 
Episode 18: Help! My Brother's Wedding Menu is Full of My Child's Allergen: Food Allergy Resources
 
 

20| Allergy Families: A Tribute To Food Allergy Dads On Father's Day

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
Today I'm celebrating all those amazing Dads with an emotional and raw tribute. I know not all food allergy families look the same, so this tribute comes from my point of view. Even so, I think it will give you all the feels because of how the special food allergy dad you know supports you. 
If you can relate, share this episode with him so he knows how much he's loved and appreciated!
I'm praying and 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. 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 Social Event Survival Pack.
 
3. Get the free food allergy 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:
To Food Allergy Dads With Love
 
5. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode #1: From Mistakes to Food Allergy Awareness: Our Journey
Episode #2: Food Allergy Myths And Mistakes I've Made & What To Do Instead
Episode #14: To Food Allergy Moms With Love
Episode #13: What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Living With Food Allergies
 
 
 

19| Kindergarten Readiness: A Food Allergy Parent’s Essential Guide

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
Up until now, you might have been able to keep your child safe with you. But now, as kindergarten or preschool is looming,  it's time to allow someone else to take care of them; Ugh. I know how hard this is!
So many people don't understand food allergies, and it's a scary thought to leave your child in a place that could have allergens everywhere.
I focus a lot on educating those around your child, which is super important, but today, I want to go over 3 vital things you can do to empower your child as they become more independent. We’ll even dive into ways to tell if your child is ready to self-carry their epinephrine.
If you have a food allergy child gearing up for preschool, kindergarten, or grade school, this episode about kindergarten readiness is essential.
I'm praying and 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 School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
(Psst, You get The School Success Pack for 40% off when you buy it WITH the School Food Allergy Template - Just add it at checkout).
3. Get the free resources:
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7):
https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
 
4. Read The Blog:
http://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/162-kindergarten-readiness-a-food-allergy-parents-guide
 
5. Listen to Related Episodes:
7 Food Allergy Myths & Errors I've Made, And What To Do Instead
Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School
 
 

18| Help! My Brother's Wedding Menu is Filled With Allergens: Food Allergy Resources For Life

Dear Food Allergy Mama,
Today we’re giving you a food allergy resource for real life.  I saw this juicy internet question and wanted to weigh in…
My daughters ages 1 & 6 have allergies to nuts and peanuts.  My brother is getting married and both he and the bride are Vegans. Vegan foods often have nuts in them and sure enough, they’ve shared the adult menu with me and it contains just about every nut you could think of!
They said they’ve spoken to the caterers and they can plan the kid's menu around my girl’s allergies.
I would like them to go further and put a sign by the food saying “Some guests have nut allergies so please use hand sanitizer after eating”, however, my brother and his bride have refused to do this.  
I feel like my kid’s allergens will be everywhere, and that they’re in danger. I wish my brother would change the menu.
Am I being irrational? Should I expect them to change the menu to accommodate my kid's food allergies? Is there anything I could do differently?
Ok, friends, judging by the internet comments that this question received, this is a DOOZY. 
Today, I want to dive deeper and see if we can not only bust a big food allergy myth but also give you 3 steps for calmly deciding if events are right for your family without being fear-based.
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. Enroll in Social Event Survival Pack.  Don't miss the 50% discount when you add the Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshop at checkout.
 
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 11: Navigating Birthday Parties With Food Allergies Like a Pro: Your 3-Step Guide
Episode 7: Staying Positive When Others Don't Make Food Allergy Accommodations 
 
5. Check out the resources mentioned in this show:
Study showing that hand sanitizer does not remove peanut allergen.
 

17| Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template For School

Hey, food allergy mama,
Food allergies can make school complicated. There's just a lot to keep in mind and go over with your school and teacher every year.
Today, I want to share a surprising new way to deal with the allergy letter template for school. You probably haven’t heard about this anywhere else because I’m a little unconventional, but I think it will give you insight into navigating school with food allergies.
So if you’re at the start of the school journey, OR you’ve already been at this a few years, listen in, because I hope you'll learn something NEW and helpful today. 
I'm cheering and praying 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 School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack.
* If you get the School Success Pack as an add-on to the School Food Allergy Template, you will get it for a big discount!
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
 
5. Read The Blog: Two Ways To Develop Your Allergy Letter Template
 
6. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode #1: From Mistakes to Food Allergy Awareness: Our Journey
Episode #2: 7 Food Allergy Myths & Errors I've Made, And What To Do Instead
Episode #4: Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have A 504 Allergy Plan Or Not
Episode #6: The Top Secret Food Allergy Information Every Allergy Family Needs
 

16| Find The Food Allergy Travel Type That's Perfect For Your Family

Hey Food Allergy Mama,
Are you at the point where you want to prioritize food allergy travel? Or maybe you're curious about what vacations might work best for your allergy family.  This is the episode for you.
The good news is that it's possible to travel safely with food allergies, no matter what allergies you have, or what stage you're at in your journey. 
We'll discuss 6 types of food allergy travel and their pros and cons and I'll share experiences we've had with each one; so you can find the food allergy travel type that fits your family best.
This episode is jam-packed with practical knowledge - you'll want to take notes.
I'm praying and 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. Enroll in the Food Allergy Travel Workshop
Enroll in the Dining Out With Food Allergies Workshop
 
3. Get the free resources:
Newly Diagnosed Checklist for families diagnosed in the last year:
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:
https://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/159-types-of-food-allergy-travel 
 
6. Listen to Related Episodes:
Before You Book: Allergy-Friendly All-Inclusive Resorts - Listen To This First
Unlock The Magic of Disney World Allergy Menus
3 Dealbreakers When Dining Out With Food Allergies
 

15| How Busy Moms Can Increase Food Allergy Awareness Every Day

Hey, food allergy mama,
I know that many food allergy mamas are simply surviving when it comes to food allergy management, and although you desperately want to increase food allergy awareness, it can feel like it isn't doable in this busy season.
In this episode, I'll share some insight into small things you probably already do that make a HUGE impact on food allergy awareness and improve your child's quality of life too.
Plus, I'll share a heartbreaking story that we went through, and how I'm now looking back to focus on the positives, and how it can help me increase food allergy awareness in the future.
I'm praying and 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. Enroll in one of my helpful workshops for food allergy families:
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 Social Event Survival Pack
Enroll in Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshop
 
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
 
5. Read The Blog
 
6. Listen to Related Episodes:
4| Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
12| 3 Dealbreakers When Dining Out With Food Allergies

14|To Food Allergy Moms With Love

I'm celebrating food allergy moms and sharing a life-changing story in today's episode. 
As mamas, it's easy to feel like you're failing.  It's easy to forget how hard you're working or the amount of time and effort your responsibilities require. 
This can have a HUGE impact on your health and your family too. 
In this episode, I want to be a source of encouragement and remind you to take care of yourself.
I'm not talking about typical self-care, because that doesn't cut it for food allergy mamas. Instead, discover what I learned after a serious illness caused me to reflect on my life and responsibilities.
I'm praying and 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. 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 Social Event Survival Pack , and add the Get Others To Take Food Allergies Seriously Workshop to get 50% off
 
3. Get the free resources:
Food Allergy Kids Empowerment Guide(for kids aged 2-7):
https://www.friendlypantry.com/fa-kids-empowerment-guide
Newly Diagnosed Checklist (for the first year after diagnosis):
https://www.friendlypantry.com/newly-diagnosed-with-food-allergies-guide
 
4. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode #1: From Mistakes to Food Allergy Awareness: Our Journey
Episode #4: Truth Bomb: Why Educating Teachers About Food Allergies is Crucial, Whether You Have a 504 Allergy Plan or Not
Episode #6: The Top Secret Food Allergy Information Every Allergy Family Needs
Episode #13: What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Living With Food Allergies

13| What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Living With Food Allergies

Dear Younger Me,
I see you.  You feel alone and unprepared right now.  Your helpless, precious child has been diagnosed with a severe food allergy and you’re now living with food allergies.  You’ve already seen the power this disease has when your sweet child became swollen beyond recognition with hives, redness, and itchiness.  You’re told it could have been much worse and you’re thankful but fearful of the next time. 
Your mama bear instincts are in overdrive.
You don’t know exactly why your baby has food allergies, just that it’s more real and scary than you ever imagined. 
The doctor says to keep your LO away from one of your FAVORITE foods, yet you have NO idea exactly how to do this and feel resentful that you have to.  After hours of searching the internet, it gives you a small amount of hope, but nothing compares to the injustice you feel right now.  You have so many questions. 
Well younger me, I’m hoping to put your mind at ease… This isn’t just for when you’re newly diagnosed, but also in the first 5-7 years afterwards too. 
Here’s my loving advice for my younger self, and for you too.
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. Discover the workshops available to make food allergy living safer and easier:
Food Allergy Travel Workshop
Get Over The Fear of Trying New Foods Workshop.
School Food Allergy Template & School Success Pack
90-Minute Variety Booster.
Dining Out With Food Allergies Workshop
Social Event Survival Pack
 
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: https://www.friendlypantry.com/blog/22-letter-to-myself-with-food-allergy-help
 
5. Listen to Related Episodes:
Episode 1: From Mistakes to Food Allergy Awareness: Our Journey
Episode 3: Introducing Allergens: 3 Game-Changing Steps For When You're Nervous
Episode 2: 7 Food Allergy Myths & Errors I've Made, And What To Do Instead
Episode 6: The Top Secret Food Allergy Information Every Allergy Mom Needs