Changing Schools: Epi
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Epi Pen ????
Asked by C.C. from Dallas
on February 26, 2007
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My daughter is allergic to peanuts and we just went and picked up her epi pen and I noticed that it exp in may 2007. That just doesn't seem to be a very long shelf li...
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- Hi C., two of my children have Epi Pens (one is a Jr)...yes, they do expire quickly..I think every 12 months. I know they are expensive and it is a pain. I was told ...
- I have an epi-pen prescription as well. My doctor told me to tell the pharmacy to make sure they had an epi-pen with an expiration date 1 year from when I purchased t...
- You should have at least a shelf life of one year and could be longer....take it back to the pharmacy......my daughter requires glucagon and I have had to do the same ...
German Shepard with EPI and IBS
Asked by E.A. from Chicago
on April 27, 2008
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I have a german shepard that will be two years old at the end of the month. Her name is Kayla and is sweet as can be. First time I have ever bought a dog from a bree...
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- Try a gluten free diet. I've known many people that have had sick dogs and no vet knew what to do. Then they researched it and tried changing the diet to what suited...
- Homeopathy will work great for your dog. Consider a Holistic Vet, which are a little pricey, but worth it. I may be able to help. I do Homeopathy on people (I'm a N...
- If you are near wisconsin, try the healing oasis in near racine wi. Dr. Rivera. He has alot of great suggestions and may beable to think outside of the box.
School Lunches
Asked by K.S. from Columbus
on August 24, 2010
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My son is entering 1st grade & I will be sending him with lunch. He is a pretty picky eater & although the school provides pretty good meals, he won't eat much of any...
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- Almond butter is good too. Pretzels chesse cubes grapes, strawberries apple slices, oranges A cov'd rubber maid bowl of non sugar cereal and have him purch...
- omg i bought sunflower butter because of the allergy issue, it is DELICIOUS! even better than pb, which i love. if it wasnt a million fat grams i would eat it every da...
- Some peanut free schools, also, are "nut free" too. So check on that as well. Will he eat cheese? On bread? On crackers? Or there are fruit butters too... t...
Peanut Allergy and Public School
Asked by S.S. from Tulsa
on August 12, 2011
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hi i am a mom of a SEVERELY ALLERGIC TO PEANUT kiddo who is about to start kindergarten in a new school. I am wondering what my rights are as far as his safety at scho...
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- My friend's son is severely allergic too. In Elementary school he had to wear the epi pen in a fanny pack just in case. My friend also gave a presentation to the tea...
- Delays or no delays, my kid would be staying home. If you read and study enough, you'll be able to help him. It just sounds like a recipe for disaster. I haven't be...
- If my child had an allergy of that severity it would be extremely hard for me to send him/her to traditional school, no matter what the school promised me. There is n...
Peanut/Nut Allergies Lack of Support from Moms at School
Asked by D.S. from Chicago
on April 26, 2009
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My son has peanut & nut allergies. We recently enrolled him in a new school (he is in Kindergarten). The teacher sent a note to all the parents in the class that on ...
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- I don't think the parents "ignored" the teacher's note. Think of the family structure nowadays - we don't have a whole bunch of families where both mom and dad live t...
- I don't think the other parents did it on purpose. The other parents would probally feel terrible that they forgot about your child's allergy. It takes time for everyo...
- Your post states that the note requested that parents don't send nut items on "snack day". By reading that, I assumed that meant that if I was sending snacks to schoo...
Food Allergy Presentation at School
Asked by S.Q. from Chicago
on August 12, 2009
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I am going to give an allergy presentation at a school next week, focusing on food allergies in the classroom/school.
If you were new to a school (or a returning f...
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- I used to teach and what you may also want to tell the parents is to talk to their children about not sharing their snacks or lunch and why it's important not too. ...
- Unfortunately my daughter is one with lots of allergies- What I would love for other parents to know is what I go through when she has a moderate to severe reaction. M...
- These are all great thoughts! I just want to say huge kudos to you for presenting this to parents at your school. Food allergies are just a reality of kids these d...
School Lost Daughter's Inhaler - What Should I Do?
Asked by T.W. from Milwaukee
on September 17, 2010
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Hi Ladies, I am extremely upset with my daughters school right now and I am looking for guidance from other moms who might have gone through something similar. My dau...
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- Well I would be upset too. Despite the fact they lost it, you know your daughter needs to have it no matter what. So for the sake of your daughter, get her another o...
- Very probably - an honest mistake. Schools are hectic at the beginning of the year and in the midst - it has been misplaced. HOWEVER, it's a bigger issue to me ! I...
- It is really not ok to lose medication and not report it. I would consider this a huge problem. I agree to speak to the school administration - chances are if she is...
Food Allergies & School
Asked by L.G. from Dallas
on August 18, 2008
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I was wondering if any moms of Kindergarten or 1st graders could help me with food allergies. Should I label the outside of his lunch box with his food allergies and ...
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- I'd be more concerned about ketchup than spaghettios getting splashed. You need to follow the procedure - 504 + talk to the school / district about procedures. M...
- I substitute regularly at 1 school in PISD (elem) and they are very diligent about the allergies. All teachers have a list at their desk with pictures of the chil...
- For cooking activities, I always asked the teacher for a heads up on what they would be making so I could make my own version sans allergic components that they could ...
Anxiety About Nut Allergic Child Starting School
Asked by T.F. from Kansas City
on March 28, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone has a child with severe allergies that's nervous about sending him/her to school in the next year or two. I have a 4 year old son who is sev...
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- Most schools now actually have a peanut free alternative menu. You should ask the school about peanut free menu items and whether PB&J prep is done near or around the ...
- Hi T., I personally don't have this problem,but he school that my kids attend won't allow nuts or peanutbutter products if the children are allergic,I'm pretty sure. W...
- I think the most important thing is to EDUCATE EVERYONE he comes in contact with at the school and help/make them understand how important it is they do exactly what y...
Peanut Allergy Precautions in School in Florida...
Asked by T.M. from Tampa
on April 1, 2011
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Have you all read about the school in Edgewater Florida that has been making accomodations for a girl with a severe peanut allergy? Apparently, the kids were being re...
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- I feel that every REASONABLE effort to accommodate should be made to keep this child safe. Requesting kids wash their hands is reasonable (it's also essential for pre...
- Practically speaking, I don't know how a public school would be able to ensure a nut-free environment. To think all parents would comply with their kids' packed lunch...
- If a child is that allergic, homeschooling is the way to go. Takes up way too much classroom time.
