It’s been a long time since I walked in those “just diagnosed” boots, but the flavor of that stress will never leave my mouth. Thankfully, while the memory remains, solutions continually arrive! The solutions available today are just fabulous! Twenty-four seven there is online data available and I am so grateful. We are never alone. Below is a round-up of respected resources from around the web. It is very important to speak to your physician before you make any changes to your child’s or your own health care protocol and planning. Other health issues impact food allergies in unique ways. Also, only follow advice from peer-reviewed medically vetted sources–these are tried and true.
Resources for those newly Diagnosed with food allergies:
- Kids with Food Allergies: What Parents Need to Know-for the newly diagnosed.
- Food Allergy Research and Education: Resources for the Newly Diagnosed.
- Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team: Tips for the Newly Diagnosed.
All of these websites are a well full of knowledge and also offer links to local support groups.
Have fun learning and most of all: remember that you are not alone and as each day moves forward, you move closer to feeling more comfortable managing life threatening food allergies.
Disclaimer: I am a huge fan of all the sites listed and was not paid to share their links or display of public love.
One of the hardest things I find about managing both life threatening food allergies and asthma is talking to others. I hate to be the one that might be perceived as demanding, pushing or for asking too much. What I now know, fourteen years later, is that honest, clear information presented with kindness works!..
Another great post!! I love referring to Allergy Home as well. I try to encourage people to find credible, medically reviewed sites so they can be confident that they are getting accurate information. Thanks for all that you do to raise awareness & educate others!
Here is another one to consider – sort of a half step between diagnosis and the resources above – http://www.allergicreactiontoolkit.com. Great resources for teens as well and everything in english and spanish.
Great Resource and thank you!! I had not seen this guide. Thanks for sharing Kelly.