Food Allergy and Your Kiddo

This episode focuses on the importance of early introduction of allergenic foods in preventing food allergies in infants. Tune in to hear Dr. Hoyt discuss the LEAP and EAT studies, which illustrate how feeding babies common allergens early can significantly reduce their risk of developing allergies. You'll come away from the episode with a better understanding of: • The rising rates of food allergies and changing recommendations • The significance of early introduction• The LEAP and EAT studies and their findings • The safety of early introduction And if you are a pediatric clinician, check out the Food Allergy Pediatric Hub, where you can learn more about food allergies with information specifically for pediatricians and other pediatric clinicians. Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents. Are you a pediatric clinician and you want to stay up-to-date on food allergy information that's relevant to your practice? Join the Food Allergy Pediatric Hub.Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute!Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.This podcast is the official podcast of the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Oral immunotherapy (OIT) has revolutionized the way we manage food allergies in children. Join Dr. Alice Hoyt as she interviews Dr. Richard Wasserman, a true pioneer in this groundbreaking treatment. Dr. Wasserman shares his journey on how and why he started offering OIT to patients over 15 years ago. Dr. Hoyt and Dr. Wasserman discuss the history of OIT and its similarities to allergy shots. They also emphasize the importance of collaboration among allergists to make life-changing therapies more accessible worldwide.OIT presents unique challenges across different age groups, and this conversation sheds light on these nuances. With relatable analogies like gym workouts, Dr. Wasserman and I talk through the adjustments necessary to maintain tolerance without overwhelming the patient. From the unique challenges faced by children and teens at different ages to potential family conflicts, this episode offers practical insights for managing food allergies over the long run, helping  both the patient and the patient's family feel supported every step of the way.Dr. Hoyt asks Dr. Wasserman to share his experiences on helping families navigate the myriad challenges that come with OIT, from the impact of illnesses on dosing schedules to the necessity of avoiding certain activities post-dosing. Dr. Wasserman shares his thoughts on the FDA-approved peanut allergy product and shares about his team's efforts to ease the journey of peanut OIT for kids. Concluding on a high note, Drs. Hoyt and Wasserman celebrate the immense relief and joy that OIT brings to many families, many times enabling children to safely consume previously dangerous allergens. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a true trailblazer in the field of food allergy management!What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute!Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.This podcast is the official podcast of the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

What is the gold standard in diagnosing an anaphylactic food allergy? It's not a skin test. It's not a blood test. It's an ingestion challenge.In this episode,Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses the critical role of ingestion challenges when it comes to accurately diagnosing IgE-mediated food allergies. By consuming the suspected allergen under the careful supervision of a board-certified allergist, patients can achieve a precise diagnosis, which is pivotal before embarking on treatment plans like oral immunotherapy or long-term avoidance strategies. She shares valuable insights and tips on how to prepare for an ingestion challenge, ensuring a smooth and reassuring process for both patients and families.Dr. Hoyt also explores the life-changing impact ingestion challenges can have, especially for young children and their parents. Drawing from the groundbreaking LEAP study, she stresses the importance of confidently introducing potentially allergenic foods to children, highlighting how, in some cases, ingestion challenges  provide firsthand safety assurance. Additionally, she touches on the complexities of food allergy skin and blood testing and how these tests should not be considered confirmatory for food allergies. Tune in to learn how ingestion challenges empower food allergy families and, in some cases, confirms that a child is no longer allergic to a food.What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.This podcast is the official podcast of the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Anaphylaxis is a a severe allergic reaction. How allergists manage anaphylaxis and how they advise their patients to manage anaphylaxis can mean the difference between life or death. That medical decision-making needs to be shared and have a foundation of evidence.In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses the newest updates to the Anaphylaxis Practice Parameters, which were published in late 2023. You'll learn the data on:When and how to best administer epinephrine When you should go to the ERThe likelihood of a severe allergic reaction occurring in babies after their first ingestion of an allergenWhen it may be safe to stay home Don't miss this episode, and bookmark it - you'll want to come back to this one!What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.This podcast is the official podcast of the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Alice Hoyt, the caring doctor voice behind the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Show, and the eminent Dr. Dave Stukus, a trailblazer from Nationwide Children's Hospital, unpack the exciting news about Xolair (omalizumab). After two decades of lending a helping hand to asthma sufferers, Xolair is now FDA-approved to combat severe allergic reactions from food allergies. The deep-dive discussion zeros in on how this well-seasoned medication works its magic by cozying up to allergic antibodies, decreasing the fright from accidental food allergen encounters.

Have you ever posted a food allergy question on social? Don't miss this episode in which Pam poses real food allergy questions from social media to Dr. Hoyt!What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

Take a deep dive into the world of oral immunotherapy with Dr. Alice Hoyt, a trusted board-certified allergist and mother, and Pam Lestage, a devoted mom navigating food allergies. They break down the essentials of OIT — from understanding what it is to exploring the risks and benefits. Whether you're an OIT skeptic or enthusiastic supporter, this episode promises insights that will deepen your understanding and enhance your decision-making process.The Science of OITOIT is one method that reprograms the body's immune response, teaching it to be less reactive to a particular food allergen. As in this episode, some immune systems are easier to reprogram than others.Is OIT Right for Your Family?Curious about the boundaries of OIT? Dr. Hoyt shines a light on who often is a good candidate for OIT. From children to adults, the conversation extends beyond simple yes or no to why and how.Risks and BenefitsOIT therapy isn't a casual stroll. OIT takes time, and it can cause mild adverse reaction to severe anaphylactic reactions. That said, OIT can be powerful enough teach the immune system to tolerate a food enough so that a person can be bite-proof or, in some cases, even begin to free-eat the food. Next StepsLearn even more about OIT on foodallergyandyourkiddo.com!What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

With the new year comes the talk of New Year's resolutions. Dr. Hoyt loves goal-setting but not with the traditional "resolution" type of goal-setting. Tune in to this episode to learn Dr. Hoyt's 3-step plan for making effective plans for the New Year and how these simple steps can help you and your kiddo with food allergies.What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

Dr. Alice Hoyt interviews Dr. Edwin Kim about his research in sublingual immunotherapy in children with peanut allergies.Guest Dr. Edwin KimDr. Kim is a renowned pediatric allergist and immunologist who has extensive experience in treating children with food allergies. In this episode, he shares his research on sublingual immunotherapy, a method of allergy treatment that is gaining popularity among allergists and parents of children with food allergies.SLITSublingual immunotherapy, also known as "SLIT," is a form of food allergy treatment in which diluted allergen is placed under the tongue daily. The concentration is increased until the patient reaches a maintenance dose. The maintenance dose is continued for years. The goal of SLIT is to desensitize the patient's immune system to specific allergens, reducing the allergic response and decreasing the risk of a severe allergic reaction when he allergen is accidentally ingested.Take-AwaysSLIT is safe for children.SLIT is effective in children.ReferencesDr. Kim's article in JACIWhat's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

Food allergy is a complex medical condition, so it's no surprise that navigating life with food allergies can be challenging. Shared decision-making can help.Join Dr. Alice Hoyt as she interviews colleague Dr. Sakina Bajowala on shared decision-making, especially as it pertains to food allergies and immunotherapy.What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

If you have heard of OIT or SLIT (oral immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy, respectively), then you've probably wondered how these therapies treat food allergies and, if they are so great, why isn't everyone doing them? Well, in part, it's due to potential risks, but there are also some other factors to consider.Join Dr. Hoyt as she discusses all this with her colleague Dr. Sakina Bajowala. Dr. Bajowala is a board-certified allergist with specific expertise in the treatment of food allergies. She practices outside of Chicago and helps families navigate the world of food allergy and, in many cases, helps make her patients significantly less allergic to foods. Dr. Bajowala is a Fellow of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and is incredibly well respected by her colleagues in the OIT space.Note: the doctors mention a couple resources during this episode:https://www.foodallergycounselor.com/https://solidstarts.com/What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

Did you know that many food allergies can be prevented? Early introduction of potentially allergenic foods, such as peanuts, can actually prevent the development of food allergies. Awesome, right?But how exactly are you supposed to feed a baby peanuts? You aren't - peanuts themselves absolutely are a choking hazard, so you have to use a developmentally appropriate form of a peanut-containing food. That's where it gets tricky.Dr. Katie Marks-Cogan, board-certified pediatric and adult allergist, had the same concerns, so she and her team invented Ready, Set, Food! It's a series of food powders that allows food proteins to be introduced to babies right through their bottles.On this episode, Dr. Hoyt interviews Dr. Marks-Cogan, and these two allergists/moms discuss early allergen introduction and the Shark Tank-awarded and allergist-approved food product that is helping moms and dads get these foods into babies' diets early and often.Note: Dr. Hoyt is NOT a paid spokesperson for Ready, Set, Food! and received no financial compensation for this interview.What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

On this episode of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo's 5 Minutes with a Food Allergist, Dr. Alice Hoyt answers a dad's question about how long kiddos are on OIT.What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!Engage with us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical adv...

Are you wondering, "Do I really know what I need to know to best parent my kiddo who has food allergies?" Wonder no more. In this episode, Dr. Hoyt and Pam discuss the 3 must-do's to be an amazing, food allergy-informed parent!Do you have questions about food allergies? Looking for non-rushed, one-on-one time with an allergist to finally get your questions answered? Sign up for Food Allergy Office Hours for Parents!What's your food allergy question? Join our FREE newsletter to ask YOUR questions!Engage with us on social. Visit us on Instagram!Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist FinderACAAI Allergist FinderOIT Allergist FinderWould like to become a patient at the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy? Reach out to the Institute! Does your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is ...

When you are waiting for your kiddo's allergy appointment, you may be wondering what to expect at the appointment.Will the doctor do allergy testing that day?How should you prepare your kiddo?In this episode, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss the 3 stages of most food allergy appointments. Don't miss this tactical, informative, peace-of-mind-providing discussion!Check out the FREE tool "7 Questions Your Allergist Will Probably Ask You About Food Allergy Reactions" along with other great downloadables and courses on the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy Online Learning Portal.Join our FREE newsletter to submit YOUR questions! https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://fastoit.org/find-oit-allergists/In Louisiana or would like to see Dr. Hoyt from out-of-state? Reach out to her practice! www.HoytAllergy.comDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out the non-profit Code Ana.www.CodeAna.orgThe Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Food allergy reactions can be super scary, especially the first reaction when you haven't seen an allergist and have so so so many questions.Has that happened to you?Tune in to this episode in which food allergy mama Pam and board-certified allergist Dr. Alice Hoyt share their 4 steps to feeling comfortable during that time of limbo between reaction and the allergist appointment.Join our FREE newsletter to submit YOUR questions! https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/Are you in need of an allergist in your area? AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgThe Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Long appointments can be challenging for kiddos and for parents. How do you keep kiddos occupied without allowing them to stare at a screen for hours? Tune in to this episode to hear Dr. Hoyt and Pam talk with the Dr. Betty Choi about her top tips for fun, appointment activities that don't involve a screen!Join our FREE newsletter to submit YOUR questions! https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

OIT and SLIT are two relatively new ways to treat food allergies, but are they the right approach for every patient?Tune in to the great discussion in which Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses all things OIT and SLIT with her fellow OIT-allergist colleague Dr. Hugh Windom.What they say may surprise you!Don't miss Dr. Hoyt's newest food allergy course: Oral Immunotherapy: Primer for Parents.Join our FREE newsletter to submit YOUR questions! https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

There's absolutely a strong connection between eczema and food allergies, that connection may not be what you think it is! Read this post to learn how these two conditions are related...Tune in to this second part of our eczema-focused episode where Pam and Dr. Hoyt answer YOUR questions on all things eczema!Join our FREE newsletter and submit YOUR questions! https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

If you have a child with eczema or food allergy or both, chances are you've wondered what causes these two disorders. In fact, there's absolutely a strong connection between the two. But that connection may not be what you think it is...Tune in to this episode of the podcast where Pam and Dr. Hoyt answer YOUR questions on all things eczema!What's your food allergy question? Submit it, join our FREE newsletter, and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Does the thought of your child developing a nut allergy keep you up at night? If so, you're not alone. Nut allergies can be life-threatening, and they can dramatically impact a child's entire family. But there is good news: some food allergies CAN BE PREVENTED. Tune in to this episode to learn more about "early introduction" of foods and one mom's journey that is helping families across the world.BONUS: Check out https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.com/preventing-nut-allergies-one-puff-at-a-time/ for a 20% discount code for Mission MightyMe goodies!Stop wondering about food allergy testing! Check out Dr. Hoyt's ebook The Food Allergy Mamma's Guide to Food Allergy Skin & Blood Testing: What It All Really Means!and check out all her awesome resources on Etsy!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Back-to-school time can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially for food allergy families. Meeting new teachers and starting new classes can be stressful enough, but add food allergy management to the mix, and the worry factor can jump ten-fold. But rest easy! Food allergy mom Pam Lestage and food allergist Dr. Hoyt recently discussed their three simple strategies to an awesome back-to-school. Check out this episode of the podcast for all the details!Stop wondering about food allergy testing! Check out Dr. Hoyt's ebook The Food Allergy Mamma's Guide to Food Allergy Skin & Blood Testing: What It All Really Means!and check out all her awesome resources onEtsy!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistOIT Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Have you ever wondered what an allergist is really thinking when that allergist is asking very specific, particular questions about your kiddo's reaction to a food? That's because the allergist is trying to determine the underlying type of reaction.  While some adverse reactions to foods are food allergies, other reactions are not immune-mediated and, thus, are not allergies. And not all food allergies have the same clinical presentations or treatments!It's so very important to identify and understand the type of adverse reaction to food that's present so that a clear and effective management plan can be put into place.This episode has a ton of information that's foundational to understanding food allergies! Don't miss this!Stop wondering about food allergy testing! Check out Dr. Hoyt's ebook The Food Allergy Mamma's Guide to Food Allergy Skin & Blood Testing: What It All Really Means!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Are you excited about summer? (We sure are!!!) And with summer come new yet familiar challenges regarding food allergies. Tune in to this fantastic, tactical episode in which Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss their top 3 must-do's to have a wonderful, safe, low-stress summer. SPOILER ALERT: it's all about being prepared!Stop wondering about food allergy testing! Check out Dr. Hoyt's ebook The Food Allergy Mamma's Guide to Food Allergy Skin & Blood Testing: What It All Really Means!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hoytfoodallergy/The Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy is the Official Allergy Practice of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo. Information on, within, and associated with this site and Food Allergy and Your Kiddo is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

*The information in this and all episodes is for educational purposes only and is NOT medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting any regimen.*Do seasonal allergies get you down?Is the itchy/drippy/sneezy just over-the-top?And are you tired of staring at all those meds in the allergy aisle without really knowing what any of them really do or what you should spend your money on?Tune in to this special BONUS episode to hear Dr. Hoyt discuss her regimen to combat seasonal allergies without wasting money or using unnecessary medications.What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

*We apologize in advance for the sound quality and plan to re-record a similar episode soon. That said, there is a LOT of good info in this episode, so we are making it available to you even though it does not meet our standard for sound quality.*If your kiddo has a food allergy, you may have heard about OIT.What is OIT?"OIT" stands for Oral ImmunoTherapy. It is a months to years long process in which the immune system is taught to tolerate an allergen or allergens.Dr. Hugh Windom was an early-adopter of OIT and has desensitized MANY patients using safe, effective protocols. Dr. Windom is very well recognized and respected in the OIT allergist community (and he's super nice and easy to talk to!).Enjoy this discussion (despite the glitchy  sound quality), and reach out with your questions!P.S. This episode is also on video on YouTube and Vimeo!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

If you have a child with a food allergy, you've likely heard of IgE-mediated food allergies. But there's another type of food allergy that is less well-known - FPIES. Although FPIES is not an IgE-mediated food allergy, it can still be a severe and potentially life-threatening condition. On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Hoyt interviews THE WORLD RENOWN EXPERT on FPIES: Dr. Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn. Drs. Nowak-Wegrzyn and Hoyt described the symptoms of FPIES, best practices for management, and some very good news about this disorder.Don't miss this informative, enjoyable discussion!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

Leaving your child in someone else's care can be difficult, especially if your child has a special medical need like a food allergy.In this episode, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss strategies to find the right person to babysit or nanny your kiddo and to prepare that person to manage food allergies.Plus, check out their Babysitter Guide, a tool you should tape onto your refrigerator right next to your kiddo's anaphylaxis action plan and auto-injectors whenever you leave your kiddo with the sitter!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

Stock epinephrine saves lives.What is "stock epi" ? It's epinephrine prescribed to an individual or, more commonly, to an entity to be used in case of an allergy emergency, such as when someone is having anaphylaxis but does not have their own epinephrine auto-injector.In this episode, Dr. Hoyt interviews her mentee (future doctor) Maddie Oxford about their recent paper in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice entitled "The Heterogeneity of Stock Epinephrine Legislation in the United States."Does your state have stock epi legislation? Does it apply to individuals or to entities? Are schools required to have stock epi in your state? Tune in for more about stock epi, and click HERE for free access to the article (available through the Journal for a short time!). What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

A good pediatrician is such a blessing to a family. Pediatricians have to know so much about so much! And thank goodness they do because they help keep kiddos safe!On this episode of the podcast, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss their top 3 strategies for pediatricians when it comes to food allergies. If you are a pediatrician or you have a kiddo who sees a pediatrician, tune in!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

Have you ever wondered how your allergist approaches his/her allergy practice? In this episode, Pam interviews Dr. Hoyt about how and why she decided to open her own food allergy practice and why she believes that integrated, comprehensive care navigation and mental health support are critical components of her practice.This "behind the scenes" episode with Pam and Dr. Hoyt is not one to miss! What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

We all know that teachers can make a significant impact on the lives of the children they teach. Some of the greatest teachers are the ones who make you feel like you matter in their classroom and that you can achieve anything you set your mind to doing.We recorded this episode with those amazing teachers in mind! As teachers spend countless hours with kiddos, this episode provides 5 A+ Tips for Teachers who teach kiddos who have food allergies.Plus, you can download our infographic with these tips HERE.We love our teachers!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

It's fall!That means kiddos are getting exciting for trick-or-treating, and parents may be wondering what treats to hand out. If you know a kiddo with food allergy, there's an easy way to help them also have a super fun experience while staying safe.Tune in to this episode to learn all that plus Dr. Hoyt's and Pam's strategies for a safe evening for everyone!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

"To undergo OIT or not to undergo OIT? "That is the question many parents of kiddos with food allergy are now considering.If you have ever wondered what it's like to be the parent of a  kiddo with food allergy and make this decision, then don't miss this episode.Pam and Dr. Hoyt interview the mom of one of Dr. Hoyt's patients, and they talk about the experience with early peanut oral immunotherapy. Hear from this mom what the process was really like!What's your food allergy question? Submit it and learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt and Pam on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

Hello amazing Kiddo listener!Thank you for listening to this year of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo!  I've interviewed amazing guests and brought on my dear friend Pam as our cohost. It's been a great year! Take a moment and drop me a line about what you'd like to hear next season! I hope you enjoy this last episode of the season when Pam interviews me!Warmly,Dr. Alice HoytLearn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

Calling all Disney World fans!If you've ever been to Walt Disney World, then you know that a lot of planning goes into those magical memories. And if you have food allergy and haven't been to Disney lately, then, oh, boy, have we got a treat in store for you.Our families love going to Disney because we know that we will have LOT OF SAFE FOOD OPTIONS without having to look too hard and without getting "the look" from the wait staff - ahem, cast members (the official term for Disney employees). In planning upcoming trips, we thought it'd be great to have an authorized Disney travel planner with a FOCUS ON FOOD ALLERGY share her tips with you! So tune into this episode in which we interview Lizzie Reynolds, aka Pixie Lizzie, of Allergy Free Mouse and her own travel company Pixie Lizzie. In addition to food allergy-focused guidance, here are a few tips you'll learn about in this episode!Know the weather and time of year you're planning your trip (50 degrees in Florida feels so different from 50 degrees elsewhere!)Know the parks you want to visit during the time thereConsider working with an authorized Disney vacation planner, many of whom (like Lizzy) are NO CHARGE FOR THE TRAVELERS (planners get $ from Disney!)Oh, and also, Pixie Lizzie shares awesome information about the chefs and the food allergy-friendly menus at Disney. There's just so much great content packed into this under 30-minute show!"See ya real soon!"- Pam and Dr. HoytLearn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

Prepping for college... when should you start thinking about it? (Hint hint: now!)In part two of this two-part series, Pam and I talk with the amazing Kristi Grim of FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Kristi has been with FARE for years and was the original lead and continued director of FARE's college programming as well as lead of youth and of professional education.Kristi and her team at FARE have done tremendous work in helping families safely send their kiddos to college. Programs for families include:FARE's Preparing for College strategiesFARE's College Search ToolColleges are taking notice of the increase in food allergies and want more information. To meet this need, FARE has great resources for colleges!FARE's College Staff strategiesFARE's College SummitFARECheck Instructor TrainingFARE even gives awards to colleges to honor excellence in food allergy accommodations!All this to say, your kiddo can go to college safely despite food allergy. Tune in to hear the second part of this series on Kristi's top 5 strategies to preparing for the journey!Warmly,Dr. Alice HoytLearn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

Prepping for college... when should you start thinking about it? (Hint hint: now!)In this episode, Pam and I talk with the amazing Kristi Grim of FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Kristi has been with FARE for years and was the original lead and continued director of FARE's college programming as well as lead of youth and of professional education. Kristi and her team at FARE have done tremendous work in helping families safely send their kiddos to college. Programs for families include:FARE's Preparing for College strategiesFARE's College Search ToolColleges are taking notice of the increase in food allergies and want more information. To meet this need, FARE has great resources for colleges!FARE's College Staff strategiesFARE's College SummitFARECheck Instructor TrainingFARE even gives awards to colleges to honor excellence in food allergy accommodations!All this to say, your kiddo can go to college safely despite food allergy. Tune in to hear Kristi's top 5 strategies to preparing for the journey!Warmly,Dr. Alice HoytLearn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

How often do you worry about your kiddo who has food allergy? And have you ever wondered if that amount of worry is "normal" ?Tune in to this episode of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast with me, Dr. Alice Hoyt, and my good friend Pam Lestage as we interview food allergy counselor Tamara Hubbard, LCPC.Tamara is one of the most knowledgeable food allergy-focused counselors in the country. She herself has a kiddo with food allergy and recognized the dearth of mental health support available for families managing food allergies.In this episode, Pam and I all with Tamara about the social-emotional challenges that come with loving a kiddo with food allergy and strategies to keep the worries at bay.Check out Tamara's podcast Exploring Food Allergy Families Podcast here or where ever you listen to podcasts: https://www.foodallergycounselor.com/podcast.htmlCheck out Tamara's counseling site Tamara Hubbard, LCPC here: https://www.tamarahubbardlcpc.comLearn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis.www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

How often do you worry about your kiddo who has food allergy? And have you ever wondered if that amount of worry is "normal" ? Tune in to this episode of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast with me, Dr. Alice Hoyt, and my good friend Pam Lestage as we interview food allergy counselor Tamara Hubbard, LCPC.Tamara is one of the most knowledgeable food allergy-focused counselors in the country. She herself has a kiddo with food allergy and recognized the dearth of mental health support available for families managing food allergies.In this episode, Pam and I all with Tamara about the social-emotional challenges that come with loving a kiddo with food allergy and strategies to keep the worries at bay. Check out Tamara's podcast Exploring Food Allergy Families Podcast here or where ever you listen to podcasts: https://www.foodallergycounselor.com/podcast.htmlCheck out Tamara's counseling site Tamara Hubbard, LCPC here: https://www.tamarahubbardlcpc.comLearn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis. www.CodeAna.orgVisit Dr. Hoyt on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddoListen to the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast where ever you listen to podcasts, such as:Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify

Although death from a food allergy is rare, when it happens to your child, the rarity of it doesn't matter. And how do you move forward?I'm honored to be joined on this episode with Mike and Becca Suhy of the Allison Rose Foundation. Mike and Becca founded this amazing non-profit to honor their sweet daughter Allison, who passed away from anaphylaxis when she was just a freshman in college.Mike and Becca are turning their tragedy into purpose by creating amazing food allergy educational opportunities for their community. In collaborating with board-certified allergists and the Code Ana organization, Allison Rose Foundation education has reached THOUSANDS of teens and school personnel across Ohio.  Tune in to this episode to learn about their daughter, the food allergy education they're leading, and their tips for advocating for your child.Learn more about food allergy and YOUR kiddo through the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo website: https://foodallergyandyourkiddo.comAre you in need of an allergist in your area? Check out these allergist finder tools from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology:AAAAI Allergist Finder: https://allergist.aaaai.org/find/ACAAI Allergist Finder: https://acaai.org/locate-an-allergistDoes your kiddo's school need help with medical emergency response planning? Check out Code Ana, the non-profit program that is equipping schools for medical emergencies like anaphylaxis. www.CodeAna.orgVisit me on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/foodallergyandyourkiddo

Schools develop food allergy-related policies to try to keep kids safe, but how many of these policies are evidence-based? And how do policies impact the emotional well-being of kiddos with food allergy?Join me as I talk with my colleague Ashley Lahoud of Kent State University's Pediatric Anxiety and Allergy Research Clinic. There, Ashley and her fellow researchers are studying just how school policies are affecting the mental health of children who have food allergy. By better understanding this issue, we will have more information by which to provide beneficial guidance to schools on developing policies regarding food allergy.My favorite part of this episode is that YOU may be able to participate in this research study! If your kiddo is 5-12 years of age and has a food allergy, then you can take the survey and help Ashley and her team better understand the effects of school policies. Take the survey HERE.Let me know what you think of this episode HERE.A. Hoyt, MD

Episode 4 of this 4-part series!!!When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes:Anxiety The need for resourcesLiving with food allergy is a journeyRejoin my co-host Pam and me in this FOURTH episode of the series on Food Allergy and Parenting. We INTERVIEW THE AUTHOR - Rishma Chooniedass - of the article "Parents of Children with Food Allergy," which was published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2020. "When I was reading this article, my head just kept nodding, 'yes!'"  This will be you when listening to this series!Tune in now, and learn more at FoodAllergyandYourKiddo.com.-A. Hoyt, MDPS Never miss an episode, and get your questions answered on the podcast! Join my newsletter for this and more food allergy content created  for you and your family - JOIN HERE!

Episode 3 of this 4-part series!!!When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes:Anxiety The need for resourcesLiving with food allergy is a journeyRejoin my co-host Pam and me in this third episode of the series on Food Allergy and Parenting. We continue our discussion of the article "Parents of Children with Food Allergy," which was published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2020. "When I was reading this article, my head just kept nodding, 'yes!'"  This will be you when listening to this series!Tune in now, and learn more at FoodAllergyandYourKiddo.com.-A. Hoyt, MDPS Never miss an episode, and get your questions answered on the podcast! Join my newsletter for this and more food allergy content created  for you and your family - JOIN HERE!

Episode 2 of this 4-part series!!!When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes:Anxiety The need for resourcesLiving with food allergy is a journeyRejoin my co-host Pam and me in this second episode of the series on Food Allergy and Parenting. We continue our discussion of the article "Parents of Children with Food Allergy," which was published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2020. "When I was reading this article, my head just kept nodding, 'yes!'"  This will be you when listening to this series!Tune in now, and learn more at FoodAllergyandYourKiddo.com.-A. Hoyt, MDPS Never miss an episode, and get your questions answered on the podcast! Join my newsletter for this and more food allergy content created  for you and your family - JOIN HERE!

When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes:Anxiety The need for resourcesLiving with food allergy is a journeyJoin my co-host Pam and me In this first episode of the series on Food Allergy and Parenting. We will discus the article "Parents of Children with Food Allergy," which was published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2020. In reading this article, both my co-host Pam (who is a food allergy mom) and I (a mom and an allergist) nodded our heads the whole read. This article and the themes the authors identified are spot on.Learn more at FoodAllergyandYourKiddo.com.-A. Hoyt, MD

In this second part of my two-part interview with Dr. Matthew Greenhawt, we further discuss food allergy management in schools and also exchange thoughts on traveling with food allergy. If you haven't listened to this first episode of this two-part series, check it out now!-A. Hoyt, MDFoodAllergyandYourKiddo.com

Food allergy management certainly can be challenging, but we continue to have more and more evidence to guide us in making best possible decisions, especially regarding management in schools. I'm delighted to have Dr. Matthew Greenhawt on this episode. He's the Director of the Food Challenge and Research Unit at Children's Hospital Colorado. Dr. Greenhawt has authored over 200 journal articles, most of which pertain to food allergy. I've previously discussed Dr. Greenhawt's article "Managing Food Allergy in Schools During the COVID-19 Pandemic" on episode #12 when I talked with school nurses about food allergy management during COVID-19. You can find a link to the journal article here. I think you're going to appreciate Dr. Greenhawt's no-nonsense, straight-talk approach to evidence-based management of food allergy.  Let me know what you think!-A. Hoyt, MD

If you have ever considered how to navigate social media for you and your kiddo regarding food allergy, then you are not going to want to miss this episode. Joining me is Dr. Dave Stukus @AllergyKidsDoc, allergist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stukus is also the Social Media Medical Editor of the AAAAI, and he and I discuss social media and how it pertains to food allergy. We also talk about online bullying. ALERT: This episode does touch on some serious topics, so consider listening when little ears are not listening.-A. Hoyt, MD

All of us have been bullied, but being bullied due to a medical condition that already impacts social functions takes bullying to a whole new level. If you or your kiddo has ever been bullied because of food allergy, this episode is a must listen. My friend and colleague Jodi Shroba, CPNP, from Children's Mercy Kansas City Food Allergy Center, will be discuss:What does bullying look like when a kiddo's food allergy is part of the bullying?What should parents do if their kiddo is being bullied?How should parents handle bullying when they themselves are the ones targeted?Jodi recently presented on food allergy and bullying at the AAAAI 2021 conference. You are not going to want to miss this discussion!-A. Hoyt, MD

Co-host Pam is back with me on this episode! She shares her favorite three episodes of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo podcast and why she likes these!Hints! These episodes cover:What shared medical decision-making with your allergist should look likeHow schools can be prepared for an allergy emergencyParenting inspiration that will get you in a good head space!Are these top three also in your top three?Tune in to find out!-Dr. A. Hoyt