The Basics
Jargon-free information, verified by medics, about living with a food allergy. From diagnosis, appointments and tests to managing daily life. There’s more in our SUPPORT section.
Books about living with allergies
A selection of children’s books about allergy recommended by families. Support your child and their friends to understand what it means to live with allergies.
Using an adrenaline pen to treat anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening. Know how to recognise anaphylaxis and how to treat it using an adrenaline pen.
Playdates and parties with allergies
Navigating playdates and parties with allergies can feel a bit daunting but check out our top tips for planning ahead to make sure everyone has fun.
Starting school with allergies
Tips and advice if you have a child starting school with allergies, whether they are joining Reception or moving up to secondary school. From managing mealtimes and medication to navigating anxiety and social events, we’ve got you covered.
The Schools Allergy Code & your child’s school
The Schools Allergy Code is a free guide to help schools manage allergies and to follow best practice. Packed with practical support for the real world, find out how it could help make your child’s school safer and more inclusive.
How to read food labels
Tips for reading food and ingredients labels. How allergens should be highlighted and understanding “may contain” warnings. Article by allergy author and mum, Alexa Baracaia.
What is a Food Allergy?
There are an estimated two million people in the UK living with a diagnosed food allergy…
Symptoms of an allergic reaction
Identify the symptoms of an allergic reaction and how to recognise anaphylaxis.
Coping with allergy stories in the media
Hearing or reading about allergy related incidents in the media can be really difficult, especially if you are the parent or carer of someone with a food allergy.
Eczema and food allergies
There are different types of eczema, but atopic eczema is most common. Sometimes it’s referred to as atopic dermatitis.
Gaining independence
How can you prepare your child to become more independent in managing their food allergy and what age is the “right” age to get started?
Your child’s first school residential trip
School residential trips can provide a great opportunity for pupils with food allergies to exercise some independence, but they can cause anxiety…
Hay fever and food allergies
What is the link between hay fever and food allergy and how can you manage the symptoms?
First hospital appointment
Your first allergy appointment; how to prepare, and skin-prick tests and blood tests explained.
FPIES explained
FPIES is a rare type of food allergy that mostly affects babies and young children.
Anxiety and food allergies
Author and journalist Emma Amoscato shares her tips on managing anxiety when your child has a food allergy.
Travelling with food allergies
Travelling with food allergies might seem daunting but with some planning ahead it can be a great experience for the whole family.
Reporting an Allergic Reaction
Families have often asked us “where or how do I report an allergic reaction?”
How does Natasha’s Law affect school cake sales?
We’ve had lots of questions about how Natasha’s Law affects events like school cake sales, so we asked the Food Standards Agency to clarify.
How to host a fabulous, allergy-friendly Christmas
Every family celebrating Christmas will have its own festive traditions and food usually plays a huge part.
Bullying and food allergies
How to support your child if they are being bullied because of their food allergies, including advice from Clinical Psychologist, Dr Karen Murphy.
Halloween with allergies
Arghhhhh…. If Halloween gives you the fear for all the wrong reasons, don’t worry! Check out our top tips so everyone can enjoy some spooky fun.
What is Natasha’s Law?
October 2021; a new law on food allergen labelling was introduced. With Allergy author Alexa Baracaia.