Skip to contentThe scariest part of dealing with Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis (FPIES) is being in the early days of trying to figure out what’s going on before you have a diagnosis, or right after you get that new diagnosis, and trying to figure out where to go from there. Whether it’s you or your baby dealing with severe food allergies, the unknowns can be scary. We have been navigating the unknowns of FPIES for 8 years with my two kids, and I’m here to share the info we’ve learned along the way to hopefully help make this part of the journey a little less scary. FPIES stands...…Skip to contentThe scariest part of dealing with Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis (FPIES) is being in the early days of trying to figure out what’s going on before you have a diagnosis, or right after you get that new diagnosis, and trying to figure out where to go from there. Whether it’s you or your baby dealing with severe food allergies, the unknowns can be scary. We have been navigating the unknowns of FPIES for 8 years with my two kids, and I’m here to share the info we’ve learned along the way to hopefully help make this part of the journey a little less scary. FPIES stands...WW…

Skip to contentOne of the best days in the life of a child with FPIES (and their parents) is the day they can finally declare themselves free from FPIES. After months or years of trialing one food at a time and holding their breath, those kids are finally free to eat what every other child can eat. So when do you flip the switch from trialing one food at a time to complete freedom?There are several signs that signal the end of FPIES might be in sight:1. Your child starts to get several passes in a row or long stretches of time where there are only minor reactions.2. You get down to a very...…Skip to contentOne of the best days in the life of a child with FPIES (and their parents) is the day they can finally declare themselves free from FPIES. After months or years of trialing one food at a time and holding their breath, those kids are finally free to eat what every other child can eat. So when do you flip the switch from trialing one food at a time to complete freedom?There are several signs that signal the end of FPIES might be in sight:1. Your child starts to get several passes in a row or long stretches of time where there are only minor reactions.2. You get down to a very...WW…

Skip to contentNot all gluten free flours are created equal. In fact, a lot of them are not good at all, especially for frying foods. Many gluten free flours leave a gummy, soggy texture when they are used for frying. I tested several different gluten free flours and found the very best one for making delicious fried foods. King Arthur gluten free flour is the best for breading and frying, because it doesn’t have xanthan gum added. Most gf flour blends contain xanthan gum, which leaves a gummy or soggy texture when fried. King Arthur’s gluten free flour browns perfectly and actually...…Skip to contentNot all gluten free flours are created equal. In fact, a lot of them are not good at all, especially for frying foods. Many gluten free flours leave a gummy, soggy texture when they are used for frying. I tested several different gluten free flours and found the very best one for making delicious fried foods. King Arthur gluten free flour is the best for breading and frying, because it doesn’t have xanthan gum added. Most gf flour blends contain xanthan gum, which leaves a gummy or soggy texture when fried. King Arthur’s gluten free flour browns perfectly and actually...WW…

Skip to contentEveryone has seen babies doing cake smashes for their first birthday. But, not everyone wants to do that and not every baby can eat cake. For our kids with severe food allergies, we had to come up with different ideas because there was no way they would be able to safely eat cake in time for their first birthday. If you’re in the same position, or you just want to do something different than a cake smash, check out the ideas below.We did this with my daughter and she loved it. I put her on a blanket and gave her several of her favorite books, then we just snapped away.Kids...…Skip to contentEveryone has seen babies doing cake smashes for their first birthday. But, not everyone wants to do that and not every baby can eat cake. For our kids with severe food allergies, we had to come up with different ideas because there was no way they would be able to safely eat cake in time for their first birthday. If you’re in the same position, or you just want to do something different than a cake smash, check out the ideas below.We did this with my daughter and she loved it. I put her on a blanket and gave her several of her favorite books, then we just snapped away.Kids...WW…

Skip to contentAlfamino and Elecare are both amino acid-based formulas, but are made by different manufacturers and have some key differences. Both contain small amounts of soy oil, though it is broken down so much that many babies with severe allergies are able to handle it. Alfamino contains more MCT oil, which is better for babies who struggle to gain weight. Elecare has a more mild taste and more flavor options in their line of Junior formulas (for babies over one year old).Amino acid-based formulas are a great alternative to traditional milk-based baby formulas for babies and toddlers...…Skip to contentAlfamino and Elecare are both amino acid-based formulas, but are made by different manufacturers and have some key differences. Both contain small amounts of soy oil, though it is broken down so much that many babies with severe allergies are able to handle it. Alfamino contains more MCT oil, which is better for babies who struggle to gain weight. Elecare has a more mild taste and more flavor options in their line of Junior formulas (for babies over one year old).Amino acid-based formulas are a great alternative to traditional milk-based baby formulas for babies and toddlers...WW…