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...is possible to make sure Halloween is both safe and fun for your food allergy kids. Of course, safety always comes first. But our goal is for you and your family to have a healthy and happy Halloween! Check out the following tips. First, let’s talk about safety: – Be prepared in case an emergency happens. Have a set plan in place that all participating people know about before the activities begin. – Be sure...

...provided, and to let the caregiver know right away if she feels sick. Why am I doing all of this? It may seem like more work than planning a wedding yet your child’s social and emotional development is as important as her safety. Our challenge is to balance the need for safety with the need for a “normal” life. Stay positive and you’ll find friends and family who will go the extra mile to take...

...of formula powder. This is important because too little or too much powder can lead to the formula that’s also dilute or too concentrated. This can pose serious health risks for infants. What we recommend when using formula prep machines Nutricia cannot recommend the use of automated infant formula prep machines to prepare Neocate. As a company that makes specialized formulas for infants with unique medical conditions, we take the health and safety of our...

...cuisine of a favorite local restaurant can make allergen avoidance difficult. Eating out puts the responsibility of allergen on both the diner and the restaurant staff. Research shows that there is ample opportunity for restaurants to improve their food allergy safety practices. According to the Food and Drug Administration Food Code, the person in charge of an establishment should be knowledgeable of food allergies. We cannot guarantee that all staff will be aware, but that...

...extensive quality and food safety procedures to make; because of this, it takes time to safely ramp up production. We have increased production and we are doing everything we can to ensure Neocate is available and in stock through all the ways we distribute our products. For additional information on our efforts, please visit https://www.neocate.com/blog/information-from-nutricia-regarding-current-availability-of-neocate-products/. I get Neocate through WIC usually – How can I locate a supplier who can take WIC? We recommend reaching...

...other advice for safe trick-or-treating and school parties. Gina Clowes of Allergy Moms has 15 Halloween Safety Tips in her latest newsletter. She recommends pulling a “switcheroo” and buying two of the same treat collectors, letting your little one trick-or-treat, but then swapping their loot out with the safe version once you get home. Over on Go Dairy Free, Alisa Fleming answers a question about dairy-free candy options. The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network has...

...Prior to your outing, write down what needs to be done in case of emergency – this will not only help you but can also serve as a guideline for any other adults onsite who can offer a hand. HAVE FUN! While it’s important to plan for your outing to ensure your child’s safety, summer is about having fun! Remember to bring activities such as coloring books and games so that food is not the...