Let’s Talk Food Allergies
By Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
Disclaimer: All content in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or medical professional.
Let’s Talk Food AllergiesNov 08, 2022
#10: All Things Snacks and Kids with Suzi Hinck, The Parenting Dietitian
Today I’m talking with Suzi Hinck, dietitian and owner of The Parenting Dietitian. Suzi shares advice on all things snacks, as well as strategies for helping children nurture a healthy relationship with all foods.
In this interview, we chat about:
* What do we need to know about kids and snacks?
* Should kids get choices at snack time?
* What is the difference between meals and snacks?
* What are misconceptions about snacks?
* How can parents normalize fruits and vegetables?
* What are parents’ responsibilities at meals and snacks?
Find the notes for this episode at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/podcast/10.
#09: Navigating Play and Food Allergies with Molly Bishop
On this episode I am talking with Molly Bishop, playworker and owner of Navigation Play, a small business located in Williamsburg, Iowa. Molly organizes child-led play experiences, family events, kids classes and more while making play a priority in her community.
In addition to reviewing the importance of child-led play, Molly and I also discuss navigating hidden food allergens in play materials and how her programs strive to make a welcoming environment for anyone who wants to be involved. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Connect with Molly:
Molly’s summer programming and services (and more play resources) can be found on her website: www.navigationplay.com.
Instragram: @navigationplay
Facebook: Navigation Play
Podcast: Navigation Play Podcast
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Kids with Food Allergies (KFA): Rice Play Dough recipe
- Potential Food Allergens in School Crafts & Supplies (KFA download guide)
- KFA: Oobleck recipe with corn-free substitution
- Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): handwashing poster download
Connect with Lisa:
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online, almost everywhere that books are sold. Be a Food Allergy Helper! can help you feel more confident starting (or continuing) the conversation about food allergies with your family or classroom. And if you buy a digital download during the month of May, one hardcover book will be donated to the public library of your choice (within the continental United States). Learn more.
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley
Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
#08: Be a Food Allergy Helper! One Year Anniversary
#07: Infant Feeding with Food Allergies + Sarah and Nelle's Story
#06: Special Episode - Kids Talk Food Allergies
I've collected questions about food allergies from kids and families, and I've shared them with experts who can help me answer them. This episode is for YOU whether you have food allergies yourself or know someone that does. So, find a curious family member to listen with you and let's talk food allergies!
Connect with the experts on this episode:
A special thanks to all the experts that helped me answer your questions today. Here is how you can connect with them:
- Dr. Farah Kahn on Instagram @Farah.khan.md
- Ina Chung on Instagram @TheAsianAllergyMom
- Katie and Lauren on Instagram @FoodAllergyMom
- Katie Holl on Instagram @KatieHollCreative
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode available at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/podcast/06.
Connect with Lisa:
Lisa's first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
- Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
- Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
- Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
- Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anapylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
- Music: Collin Braley
- Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
- Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
#05: Friendship and Mental Health Amid Food Allergy Life with The Food Allergy Moms
On this episode I chat with Katie and Lauren, also known as the Food Allergy Moms. Katie and Lauren started the Food Allergy Mom blog in early 2022 and quickly grew a community as The Food Allergy Moms on Instagram. They are passionate about providing support, ideas, and resources for moms raising littles with food allergies.
In addition to sharing how the Food Allergy Mom blog came to fruition, they share the importance of their friendship as well as prioritizing mental health amid life as food allergy parents. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Connect with The Food Allergy Moms (Katie and Lauren):
The Food Allergy Moms’ list of Top 9 Resources for New Food Allergy Moms, in addition to many other helpful resources, can be found on their blog, Food Allergy Mom. A new post is shared every Tuesday morning.
- Instagram: @thefoodallergymoms
- Facebook: @FoodAllergyMom
- Website: foodallergymom.com
- Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Find a support group
- Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT): Find a support group or Start a support group
- The Food Allergy Counselor: The Food Allergy Counselor Directory of allergy-informed therapists
- Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
- Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
- Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
- Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
- Music: Collin Braley
- Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
- Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
#04: Overcoming People Pleasing + the Chung Family’s Story
#03: Disney World with Food Allergies + the Driessens Family’s Story
On this episode, I am talking with Katie Driessens, fellow dietitian and food allergy mom. Katie’s son was diagnosed with egg, milk, and tree nut allergies before he turned one.
In addition to sharing her family’s journey with food allergies, Katie offers suggestions and resources for parents and individuals that want to to travel or visit Disney World. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Connect with Katie:
Read more about Katie’s experience at Disney World with a food allergy child on her blog, Dietetics with Driessens.
- Instagram: @functional.nutrition.dietitian
- Website: www.dieteticswithdriessens.org
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
- The Food Allergy Counselor Directory & Resources: www.foodallergycounselor.com
- My Disney Experience Mobile App: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/
- Podcast for Disney fans with food allergies: Food Allergy Fast Pass
- Allergy-free Guide to Disney World: www.allergyfreemouse.com
- My Allergy-Friendly Cookbook by Lisa Woodruff, RDN: www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/store
Connect with Lisa Woodruff, RDN:
- Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
- Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
- Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
- Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
- Music: Collin Braley
- Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
- Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2022 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
#02: Advocating for Food Allergies + the Holl Family’s Story
On this episode I am talking with Katie Holl, author of the children’s book Charlie Learns About Her Food Allergies. Katie is a mom to not one, but three children with multiple food allergies. In addition to sharing her family’s journey with food allergies, Katie offers suggestions and resources for parents and individuals that want to get involved with food allergy advocacy. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Connect with Katie:Katie’s first book, Charlie Learns About Her Food Allergies is available online through her website at www.katiehollcreative.com/shop.
- Instagram: @katiehollcreative
- Facebook: Katie Holl Creative
- Website: www.katiehollcreative.com
- National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease: 2017 Addendum Guidelines for the Prevention of Peanut Allergy in the United States
- Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): New to Food Allergies: Where to Start
- Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Facts and Statistics
- Red Sneakers for Oakley: Red sneakers for food allergy awareness
- Elijah-Alavi Foundation: Nationwide food allergy & asthma resources for schools in every neighborhood
- The Teal Pumpkin Project
- How to Donate a Food Allergy Children’s Book to a Library
- Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
- Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
- Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
- Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
- Music: Collin Braley
- Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
- Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2022 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition