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With compassion, kindness, and some laughter along the way

Gayle Rigione

Aug 165 min read

A Kindness: Allergy-Friendly Ice Cream Cake for a Boy with Allergies

An ice cream shop owner made a small boy's birthday wish come true with an allergy-friendly ice cream cake — a kindness remembered.

Gayle Rigione, Allergy Force

Apr 113 min read

With Food Allergies You Remember How People Make You Feel

A food allergy mom reflects on explaining food allergies to strangers. You can be heard. Or not. You remember how they make you feel. Read:

Dr. Julie Sweeney

Mar 263 min read

The Allergist Visit: How to Calm Your Child’s Worries

Did you know? Talking about what to expect during their 1st allergist visit with your child can calm their worries. Get some 'How To' ideas:

Francesca McGuire

Feb 15 min read

Our Allergic Life: From Fear to Confidence Managing Anaphylaxis

A food allergy mom makes 'peace' with her epinephrine auto-injector, overcoming fear of the device and hesitation to use it. Learn more:

Amanda Orlando, @everydayallergenfree

Sep 8, 20235 min read

The Gray Zone of Food Allergy Life Explained

Do you ever think about all the uncertainties that make food allergy life a gray zone to navigate—and it's just our 'normal'? Find out more:

Allergy Force Insights

May 30, 20232 min read

Allergy Dragon & Allergy Force Talk Food Allergy in the Dragon's Lair

Allergy Dragon recently invited Allergy Force to the Allergy Dragon's Lair to talk food allergy learning journeys, mom guilt & more. Listen:

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