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...that even authority figures can make mistakes can take practice. We role play which helps. Emotional Well-being: The school year was great but there were a few situations in which there were tears fromm feeling left out. Having a summer filled with social events is the perfect time to work on this. Not being able to eat the birthday cake, or sitting out of an activity due to the use of food allergens sometimes weighs...

...a change is desired is important. Relationships with key people are important, but relationships with their staff are equally or sometimes even more important. Check out these pages or more information on Rare Disease Day events near you, or how to get involved. Now go and tell your story!! You can share your story or read stories others have shared with the rare disease community here on the 2016 Rare Disease Day website. In fact,...

Last year, we were very excited to see how the Teal Pumpkin Project took off! This concept started in Tennessee with the local food allergy group, FACET, and is now led by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). This year, we’ve noticed even more news coverage and buzz around this great initiative. One of my neighbors even posted about her family’s teal pumpkin, and encouraged the whole neighborhood to participate! This is great...

...the Holidays to help everyone stay sane! Check out this video – Ms. Miller, the founder and president of Allergic Girl Resources, Inc., discusses talking to relatives and friends when planning holiday events, reframing holiday meaning and connecting with the joy of the season. Will grandparents be helping care for the grandkids this holiday season? FAACT just developed a comprehensive guide to help grandparents caring for kids with allergies right here. How great is this?...

...Holidays and special events tend to include food, and spring celebrations are no exception. If your family celebrates Easter or Passover, you might be looking for help to ensure that your little one with food allergies stays safe and enjoys the day(s). Here are some tips and resources to help you navigate the upcoming holidays: EASTER: It can be tricky to navigate Easter traditions when your little one has food allergies. But with some...

...whatever strikes your fancy and happens to be available at the moment. We all have many of these life or health events that can inspire a diet change. Perhaps you have planned a diet change in your life as a New Year’s resolution, after a health concern or new diagnosis, or even due to a general life event such as a birthday or milestone that inspires you to change. One thing that all of you...

...“Can I eat this?” At holidays, parties and family and school events, parents will eventually hear “Can I eat this?” from their child with food allergies. Hopefully, you have taught your child to always ask before taking a bite! You may not have had time to fully investigate the requested food, which requires not just reading the label, but may require calling the manufacturer of the prepared food. Consulting websites such as www.foodallergy.org or...

...eosinophilic gastroenteritis, eosinophilic colitis, hypereosinophilic syndrome, and other eosinophilic disorders. It is a great resource and provides accurate, up-to-date information on eosinophilic disorders and related problems. Not only does the organization increase awareness and educate patients and physicians, APFED also works to increase funding for research. Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) FARE was established in 1991 to share information vital to raising a child with food allergies. Throughout the year the group holds events...