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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
 
 

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.