THE DAY EVERYTHING CHANGED: CHARLIE’S FIRST ANAPHYLACTIC REACTION

My little boy (just turned 3 on Sunday) had his first major reaction to dairy a couple of weeks ago. He had accidentally eaten food containing dairy at daycare. He reacted 1 1/2 hours later...

OUR OIT JOURNEY: HOW ORAL IMMUNOTHERAPY CHANGED CHARLIE'S LIFE WITH FOOD ALLERGIES

In 2017, we travelled from Australia to the USA seeking oral immunotherapy (OIT) for our son, Charlie, who had multiple food allergies. Eight years later, we’re celebrating his allergist’s belief that Charlie is now in...

TIPS FOR TRAVELLING WITH FOOD ALLERGIES

Travelling with food allergies can feel overwhelming—especially when you're managing severe allergies to common foods such as dairy, egg, peanut, tree nut, wheat, soy, sesame, lupin, fish, and shellfish. But with thoughtful planning and the...

THE INVISIBLE MENTAL LOAD OF AN ALLERGY MUM

Life Changed in an Instant From the moment my son Charlie had a reaction to a dab of yoghurt on his lip as a baby, our family’s life changed forever. We were thrown into a...

ALLERGY-FRIENDLY PICNIC IDEAS FOR AUTUMN ADVENTURES

Discover allergy-friendly picnic ideas perfect for crisp autumn days. Safe, delicious snacks for every child—explore treats from Charlie’s Safe Treat Box today!

TOP ALLERGY-FRIENDLY SNACKS FOR KIDS IN AUSTRALIA

Introduction Finding allergy-friendly snacks that are both delicious and safe for kids can feel overwhelming, especially with confusing food labels and hidden allergens. Whether you're packing school lunches, prepping for a playdate, or organising a...

NAVIGATING BACK-TO-SCHOOL FOR KIDS WITH FOOD ALLERGIES

Planning for your allergy child’s school care takes time. Starting early gives you space to gather information, meet with school staff, and prepare your child for a safe and successful year.

REMEMBER TO INHALE AND EXHALE ALLERGY MUMS

Sometimes we inhale and we simply forget to exhale due to the everyday stress of living in this allergy nightmare. We are continually holding our breath as we wait and watch with anticipation that everything will...

TOP 10 ALLERGEN-FREE FATHER'S DAY MEAL IDEA : BEEF CHEEKS WITH SARSAPARILLA

A delicious top 10 allergen-free savoury dish that is both warm and hearty!

SCHOOL CAMP AND FOOD ALLERGIES: A PERSONAL JOURNEY FROM ONE ALLERGY MUM TO ANOTHER

Let me share our experience with you. It started seven weeks before camp, when I began communicating with the school about Charlie attending camp with his food allergies