Hello Everyone!
Daniella Knell and I are very happy to announce our third in a series of workshops. Join us on Saturday, November 12, 2011, from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (CDT) for Child Food Allergies 103: Holiday & Celebration FUN with Dietary Restrictions.
Kick back, relax in your pajamas and bunny slippers and sip your morning beverage of choice while discovering ways to celebrate more fully, even with dietary restrictions.
Questions? Call 612.845.7585 or email me at Kristin@agiftofmiles.com
Click on the below link to view the flyer:
Child Food Allergies 103: Holiday & Celebration FUN with Dietary Restrictions
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We look forward to working with you!
Guest Blog Appearance by Sandy Fowler
When it comes to creating all those wonderful things we’re looking for in a holiday, joy, fun, family bonding and great memories, nothing beats traditions. Traditions are the bedrock for everything about our special celebrations. They give us something to look forward to. They create continuity and a sense of stability. They give us the framework on which to base our celebrations and they provide us with wonderful memories.
I still remember the traditions from my youth. I remember going to my grandparent’s house on Easter Sunday and looking for our Easter treat. Every year it was the same thing, an enormous bag of M&Ms, and my grandmother hid it in the same place. I remember my brother and me teasing my grandma about how hard it would be to find the candy and then goofing around as we made our way to the living room and eventually into the two end tables where it was hidden.
One of those end tables sits in my living room today and it brings me warm memories every time I look at it. It reminds me of my grandparents, of Easter, and of all the wonderful times I had with them.
That’s all we’re really looking for from our traditions, a little help creating some special moments. Read the rest of this entry »
That’s right, we added another allergen to my eldest’s list.
Sadly, after my son’s annual allergist visit we came to find out that he is not only allergic to dairy, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts but we can now add sesame to the list as well.
In addition to his food allergies and asthma he was finally diagnosed with too many seasonal allergies to count: cat, dog, four different kinds of molds, birch, a maple mix, an oak mix, a grass mix and big shock, ragweed. His allergist described him not as a mildly allergic, not as moderately allergic, but a highly allergic kiddo. Allergy shots are on the horizon for him this fall.
As the medical assistant began to administer the skin tests (17 on his back and 1 on his arm), I slowly watched my son’s back turn into an angered mess. Each prick’s red and swollen mound rippled into the next, making it impossible to measure the wheal (bump) of each reaction. My son handled it so well. It was the first time he didn’t cry at an allergy appointment where there was testing. He is so understanding and accepting of his situation. I have never heard him say, “Why me Mom?” Read the rest of this entry »
I am so pleased to announce our second in a series of four:
Child Food Allergies 102: Ready & Rarin’ for School
Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CDT
Where: Telephone Workshop
Pricing: $35 until July 22nd, $40 beginning July 23rd
Additional Info
Workshop: 90-minutes
Q & A: 30-minutes
Feel Optimistic, Prepared & Confident!
Connect with the dynamic Moms who creatively manage child food allergies for a 1-½ hour telephone workshop! Take advantage of our combined experiences; Kristin’s coaching skills and Daniella’s treasure chest of resources. In no time, you’ll feel confident navigating the anxiety and obstacles associated with food allergies and school.
- Get the 411 on 504, Individual Healthcare
& Emergency Plans
- Acquire tips and tools to ease your stress and help educate teachers, staff & parents
- Tackle the scariest room at school: The Lunchroom
- Discover resources to advocate for:
- School Wellness Programs
- Food-free alternatives for celebrations and activities
- Uncover ways to manage social activities beyond the classroom
Instructors
Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
Life Coach/Owner, A Gift of Miles
612.845.7585
kristin@agiftofmiles.com
www.agiftofmiles.com
Daniella Knell, B.A.
Allergy Awareness Educator & Consultant
Owner, Smart Allergy ~ Friendly Education
foodallergymom@gmail.com
www.smartallergy.blogspot.com
Special Guest
Nona Narvaez, M.A.
Executive Director/Founder/School Legislation Drafter
Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy Association of Minnesota (AFAA)
Questions, Contact Me!
20% benefits AFAA!!
By Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
My five and two-year-old were passionately arguing about Thomas the Train…who was allowed to play with James, I know earth shattering. Lately, my five-year-old likes to get my 2-year old going, just because he can, which isn’t an attractive sight. As I scuttled my eldest out the door for swimming lessons, exhausted from a long day of mediating similar antics, the phrase “You get what you give” popped into my head.
As I began what seemed to be my 67th monologue of the day, I explained to my son that if you give grief, hostility and tease that is what will be returned to you. If you give joy, kindness and care it’s what you will get back. He sheepishly said, “Yes Mommy.” I knew he felt bad, and hoped for a more peaceful night when we got home.
At the end of the swimming lesson, my son found out that he not only advanced to a higher level, but also skipped two levels (Little 4s and Middle 1s) and will start in Middle 2s. He couldn’t contain his joy when he learned of this, as he had been in Little 3s for three sessions. Read the rest of this entry »
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