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Dear Mama: Don't Beat Yourself Up If [Insert Trigger Food Here] Is A Fail

A short letter to my fellow FPIES mamas... Don't beat yourself up if introducing a known FPIES trigger food is a fail. Read more...

Food AllergiesMun ChoFebruary 10, 2020managing food allergies, fpies, food allergies, positive thinkingComment

Dear Parent: It Is Not Your Fault Your Child Has FPIES

A short letter to my fellow FPIES mamas, you did not cause the FPIES. Read more...

Food AllergiesMun ChoJanuary 27, 2020positive thinking, fpies, managing food allergiesComment

Food Allergies and Social Media: The Pros and Cons

Do you have a love-hate relationship with social media? There tends to be pros and cons around discussing food allergies on social media platforms, but remembering these social media tips might help you.

Food AllergiesMun ChoJanuary 20, 2020food allergies, positive thinking, managing food allergiesComment

Managing Your Mindset and FPIES

Your mindset is half the battle. Many parents are fearful to introduce new foods. I wish I can tell you that you can hold off on introducing solids until your baby outgrows FPIES but that would delay baby's acceptance of different textures and taste. It is important to think about a progressive mindset versus a paralyzing mindset…

Food AllergiesMun ChoJanuary 6, 2020fpies, food allergies, positive thinking, managing food allergiesComment

When You Fail Another Oral Food Challenge

This is for the FPIES mama who failed another oral food challenge. It is discouraging and your heart sinks. Try to find a sliver lining among the dark clouds, no matter how dark those clouds may be. Remember these things…

Surviving FPIES Mentally and Building Resilience

FPIES is cruel because you have to persevere with the food challenges even if they scare you. Each food challenge brings about a roller coaster of emotion. But there are some silver linings…

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