Pamela Fernandez
Pamela Fernandez is an unstoppable force in the food allergy world. When she is not busy co-running the site Navigating Food Allergies in New York and serving as a No Nuts Moms Support Group leader, Pamela can be found fundraising on a local level for FAACT, and on a national level for Food Allergy Awareness Month. She works tirelessly to connect and advocate for people living with food allergies. Pamela and her son, who has multiple food allergies, keep each other inspired with their positivity and optimism.
Sharon Wong
Sharon Wong is the food allergy advocate and blogger behind Nut Free Wok, a food allergy blog specializing in "Allergy Aware Asian Fare." When her two sons were diagnosed with food allergies, Sharon took action by channeling her love of cooking into adapting classic Asian recipes for people with nut allergies. Her blog and personal advocacy is all about making food allergy-friendly Asian food possible and delicious with recipes like Peanut-Free Pad Thai and a Better for You Butter Mochi.
Ordering and Eating Out With Food Allergies
Sure, eating at a restaurant is supposed to be easier than cooking a meal at home, but for families managing food allergies, it inherently involves more work. All you need is a system, and you'll realize it's just a series of bite-sized steps.
Food Allergy-Friendly Restaurant Chains
Road tripping or looking for a quick bite —restaurant chains offer a consistent menu making it easier to know what to order every time. NEW in the Spokin app, recommend the whole chain or just the ones that do it right. Don't just drive-thru, check out our new Allergen Menus too!
Peanut-Free Baseball Game Guide
Having a peanut allergy throws a serious curveball into America's favorite pastime. While peanuts are synonymous with baseball (buy me some peanuts and crackerjacks — no thanks), we still believe every child with peanut allergies should be able to attend a game safely — and luckily we aren’t alone. This season 26 out of the 30 Major League teams are offering peanut-free days or peanut-free seating options — special shoutout to the Oakland Athletics who are the first team to offer a peanut-controlled zone for every home game in 2017! Whether in your hometown or along your summer travels, here's the complete list of peanut allergy-friendly games listed by state and month. For those attending regular games, we’ve also listed tips to navigate regular season games. Peanut-Free Games By State | Peanut-Free Game Calendar | Tips For Attending Games Arizona | California | Colorado | Florida | Georgia | Illinois | Maryland | Massachusetts | MichiganMinnesota | Missouri | New York | Ohio | Pennsylvania | Texas | Washington | Wisconsin
Washington D.C. | Toronto, Canada
Martha’s Vineyard Food Allergy-Friendly Travel Guide
Massachusetts holds a special place in our hearts. Not only was it the first state in the nation to pass a food allergy restaurant awareness law, but it's also home to our favorite family-friendly retreat — Martha's Vineyard.
From sunrise to sunset, the island is a picture-perfect getaway with its quaint gingerbread cottages, open harbor and epic clay cliffs. All food allergies are welcome, so before you sink your toes in the sand, check out the places that go above and beyond to make everyone feel at home in the Vineyard.
Looking for more travel guides? Download the Spokin app for more food allergy-friendly recommendations.
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Guide to Babysitting Children with Food Allergies
There is a lot to remember when taking care of kids with food allergies. Be ready for anything with our babysitter resources and guide to allergic reactions — whether it's your first time watching a child with food allergies or you just need a refresher.
Mother’s Day
In honor of Mother's Day, we are celebrating a few food allergy moms who embody the true spirit of Spokin. These women get the job done. They move food allergy mountains and raise awareness by creating products, resources and even entire research facilities. These are the moms who stay up until midnight baking safe chocolate chip cookies — and then use the recipe as inspiration for a food allergy-friendly cookbook. They lead by example to ensure that their children lead full lives, and for that, we are truly grateful.
Mary Weiser
Mary Weiser is a more than a food allergy mom — she is an advocate committed to changing the future of food allergies. After her two children were diagnosed with multiple allergies, she founded the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center at the University of Michigan. This center of excellence will provide cutting-edge research for the food allergic community and will be a model for other centers around the country. Mary lives with her husband and two food allergic children in Ann Arbor.
Heather Eiserman
Heather Eiserman does not let food allergies hold her family back. This Chicago mom is a relentless advocate and fundraiser for food allergies in support of her daughter, Lola. Heather recently walked with her daughter at the Chicago FARE Walk, where Lola led "Team Lola" to raise more than $10,000. Whether through traveling internationally or by dining out at new restaurants, Heather encourages those managing food allergies to live fully. Her advocacy also inspires Lola, who has her own food allergy blog LE by LE, which highlights allergy-friendly products.
