For parents of children with food allergies, sending a child to school for the first time can bring to light many concerns and fears about their child's safety. Milk is among the most common causes of food allergies in young children.
Peanuts can be deadly, even minute amounts can kill a very allergic child.
Sending a child into an environment where peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and milk are everywhere, puts enormous stress on parents. The Food Allergy Network, a nonprofit organization established to help families cope with food allergies and to increase public awareness about food allergies, has some suggestions to help make the transition from home to school easier. Teach your child what foods cause a reaction and the importance of avoiding them. Before the school year begins, schedule a meeting with your child's teachers, school administrators, counselor, nurse, cafeteria personnel and office staff. Keep team members informed of allergy or medication changes.