Making a plan for your child with food allergies is crucial
when they are attending school! School
awareness and allergy reaction prevention has improved significantly over the
years, but your child needs to be prepared too!
Here are some essential things to do in order to keep your child with
food allergies safe at school!
1.
As a parent with a child with food allergies, be
families with state policies regarding food allergy education, prevention and
emergency care at school.
2.
Provide complete medical information to school
staff that is easily understood.
3.
Your child’s medication should be clearly
labeled.
4.
Schedule a time to meet with the school nurse
and teacher to talk about your child’s allergy.
5.
Talk to cafeteria staff about your child’s food
allergies, accommodations needed and the seriousness of the allergies.
6.
Have routine conversation s with your child
regarding the seriousness of food allergies and how they can prevent a reaction
(ie. Taking their medications, not taking food from other children, clearly
identifying their symptoms, and understanding accommodations).
