Food Allergy Fun on Halloween - PSA video from Egg-Free Epicurean

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Amy Jones Anichini, Founder and CEO says: Keeping food allergic children safe on Halloween isn't easy -- but we have a way you can do it while maximizing the fun factor of trick-or-treating! Our strategy begins with allowing them to trick-or-treat and show off that costume, but make sure they don't eat ANYTHING from the bag until a parent goes through it at home. Believe it not, that's when the fun really begins!

Before Halloween, stock up on safe, desirable treats for them (remember to read every label every time), and don't limit yourself only to food items.  Have plenty of age- and gender-appropriate toys on hand, too (such a mini Play-Dough tubs, Silly Bands, temporary tatoos, and trendy trading cards).  When your children have finished trick-or-treating, let them trade the candy they're allergic to for the safe candy and prizes. Make a celebration of it - instead of feeling deprived, your food allergic child can feel extra special!

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[rpustinger1]

We have been doing something similar to this. Our kids get to keep 10 pieces of their favorites and can "trade" in the rest for quarters or donate their candy to the troops and get $5 for their "trade in for the troops" and buy something they really want, like a toy or a pedicure.

[eggfreeepicurean]

@rpustinger1 Thanks for sharing!

[AJA4EFE]

Hi, friends! If you enjoyed our Halloween PSA, check out our latest video about staying safe while enjoying all the festivities of the holiday season. Click on the arrow next to "Videos" above and select the Allergy Awareness Anthem.

Amy Jones Anichini

Founder & CEO

Egg-Free Epicurean

[AJA4EFE]

Thank you so much for viewing our PSA and for the "likes" and comments so far! Some of you have asked me how to "like" our video - you simply need to create a YouTube account. They don't require much personal info.

Thanks for taking the time to help us spread the word in whatever way you prefer.

Amy

Egg-Free Epicurean

[bjjsmith100]

Egg allergy is a much greater problem than is realized and it's good to know there are alternatives available.

[lisagesposito]

Both of my girls are now vegan, so that also presents some interesting issues surrounding Halloween. I love the trade idea Amy!  Thanks for that.

XO,

Lisa

[thryso]

My kids don't have allergies, but this is good to know for when family or friends who do have them, come over. Thank you!

[bobcooper1963]

Making Trades is an excellent idea! Great job!!

[apollo7123]

I always knew those rock-hard ButterFingers were no good!

[AJA4EFE]

Hi, everyone! Please click to "like" our PSA and forward to anyone you know who suffers from food allergies. Help us spread the word that with the right planning and label reading, you can live a normal life in spite of having food allergies. Thanks!

Amy Jones Anichini

Founder & CEO

Egg-Free Epicurean