{"id":19387425,"date":"2025-06-04T15:06:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T19:06:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/?post_type=podcast&#038;p=19387425"},"modified":"2025-06-04T15:06:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T19:06:58","slug":"food-allergy-elementary-school-children","status":"publish","type":"podcast","link":"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/podcast\/food-allergy-elementary-school-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Managing Food Allergies in Children (Ages 5-11)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Managing Food Allergies in Primary School-Aged Children (Ages 5\u201311)\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j86bn9YgZAc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to our new Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology Innovations podcast. This is the fourth episode of our Food Allergy Ages &amp; Stages series. This episode explores how to manage food allergies in elementary school-aged children ages 5 to 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This episode is made in partnership with The Itch Podcast. Co-hosts Payel Gupta, MD, and Kortney are joined by pediatric allergist David Stukus, MD, to talk about how food allergy care changes during the primary school years. Children at this age start to speak up for themselves. They are learning to name their allergens, explain what symptoms feel like, and ask for help when something isn\u2019t right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can listen to the podcast at <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.itchpodcast.com\/episodes\/113-food-allergies-children\"><strong><u>ItchPodcast.com<\/u><\/strong><\/a> or download it for listening anytime, anywhere, at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/113-managing-food-allergies-in-children-ages-5-11\/id1452111614?i=1000709423501\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><u>Apple Podcast<\/u><\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/66cIwEWxRIM5tB6V19c6Ef?si=63330c8274f04692&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=30cf7321e90e4c87\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><u>Spotify<\/u><\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/music.amazon.com\/podcasts\/a27674e8-f759-4bf0-b370-69f22921d4e9\/episodes\/1c2799ce-5882-4e93-aca9-a29b244cdf4c\/the-itch-allergies-asthma-eczema-immunology-113---managing-food-allergies-in-children-ages-5%E2%80%9311\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><u>Amazon Music<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Special thanks to Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, and Aquestive for sponsoring this podcast episode. All opinions are our own, and sponsorship does not influence content or editorial decisions. Any mention of brands is informational and not an endorsement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to help school-age kids with food allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Elementary school age is the time when children begin to become more independent. They may eat lunch at school, visit friends\u2019 homes, and go to birthday parties. It\u2019s important they learn how to stay safe and feel confident, even when you&#8217;re not there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this podcast, we share ways to help your child understand their allergy, recognize symptoms, and practice speaking up. We also talk about working with teachers and other parents to keep your child safe in every setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key takeaways for parents of children with food allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As children learn to read and communicate more clearly, this is a key time to help them build confidence and safe habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Teach allergy awareness. <\/strong>Help your child recognize and name what they are allergic to. Teach them how to explain how they feel when something is wrong.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Model safe behavior. <\/strong>Show them how to read labels, ask questions, and carry epinephrine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice with epinephrine. <\/strong>Use a trainer device at home so they feel comfortable and not afraid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan for school and parties. <\/strong>Work with teachers and other parents to create a safe space. Help your child learn what to say in new situations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support their feelings. <\/strong>Watch for signs of stress, anxiety, or food avoidance, and talk openly about how they feel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Timestamps for &#8216;Managing Food Allergies in Children&#8217; Podcast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>01:42 \u2013 Why do we talk about food allergies by age?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>02:58 \u2013 What kids should know about their allergy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>04:47 \u2013 How to talk about allergies without scaring your child<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>06:40 \u2013 Talking to kids about allergy symptoms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>08:40 \u2013 What kids need to know about epinephrine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:04 \u2013 Helping kids without passing on fear<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>13:18 \u2013 Signs your child might feel stressed about their allergy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>16:04 \u2013 Should you keep the allergen out of your house?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>19:50 \u2013 Are allergy tables at school helpful?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>21:42 \u2013 What schools and daycares should know<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>25:29 \u2013 Getting ready for parties and sleepovers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>27:33 \u2013 Doctor tips for parents of kids with food allergies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources for food allergy management in children<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/food-allergies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Food Allergy Overview<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/food-allergies\/food-allergy-treatment-and-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Food Allergy Treatment &amp; Management<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/food-allergies\/living-with-food-allergies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Living with Food Allergies Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/anaphylaxis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Epinephrine Devices: Nasal vs. Injectable<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More episodes in the Ages &amp; Stages Series&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/podcast\/early-introduction-food-allergens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Early Introduction of Food Allergens<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/podcast\/food-allergy-basics-all-ages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Food Allergy Basics for All Ages<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/podcast\/food-allergy-babies-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><u>Managing Food Allergies from Baby to Preschool (Ages 0\u20135)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AAAAI Ages &amp; Stages PDFs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaaai.org\/Aaaai\/media\/Media-Library-PDFs\/Tools%20for%20the%20Public\/Conditions%20Library\/AAAAI-0622-205-FA-05.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><u>Food Allergy Stages: Early Grade School (5\u20138 years)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaaai.org\/Aaaai\/media\/Media-Library-PDFs\/Tools%20for%20the%20Public\/Conditions%20Library\/AAAAI-0622-205-FA-06.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><u>Food Allergy Stages: Late Grade School (8\u201311 years)<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to our new Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology Innovations podcast. 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