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Exploring Food Allergy Families

Tamara Hubbard, LCPC (The Food Allergy Counselor website)

21 episodes

2 months ago

My guest Jo Frost (also known as Supernanny) and I chat about so many important topics in this 2-part episode, including how to live an empowered life with allergies, navigating various family/parenting dynamics including divorced/blended families, and how values can be the compass that guides you to living a safe AND full life with allergies. Jo also shares insights into how her upbringing empowered her, how her family/friends support her allergy safety, and some fun insights into the filmin...

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My guest Jo Frost (also known as Supernanny) and I chat about so many important topics in this 2-part episode, including how to live an empowered life with allergies, navigating various family/parenting dynamics including divorced/blended families, and how values can be the compass that guides you to living a safe AND full life with allergies. Jo also shares insights into how her upbringing empowered her, how her family/friends support her allergy safety, and some fun insights into the filmin...

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Episodes (20/21)

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Real Talk with Jo Frost (aka Supernanny) - Part 2 of 2 [Ep. 21]

My guest Jo Frost (also known as Supernanny) and I chat about so many important topics in this 2-part episode, including how to live an empowered life with allergies, navigating various family/parenting dynamics including divorced/blended families, and how values can be the compass that guides you to living a safe AND full life with allergies. Jo also shares insights into how her upbringing empowered her, how her family/friends support her allergy safety, and some fun insights into the filmin...

4 years ago

29 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Real Talk with Jo Frost (aka Supernanny) - Part 1 of 2 [Ep. 20]

My guest Jo Frost (also known as Supernanny) and I chat about so many important topics in this 2-part episode, including how to live an empowered life with allergies, navigating various family/parenting dynamics including divorced/blended families, and how values can be the compass that guides you to living a safe AND full life with allergies. Jo also shares insights into how her upbringing empowered her, how her family/friends support her allergy safety, and some fun insights into the filmin...

4 years ago

31 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Social & Life Tips for Allergic Teens and Young Adults; Guest: Kortney Kwong Hing [Ep. 19]

Navigating the teen and young adult years is hard enough, but managing a food allergy can make it feel even more difficult. This episode offers guidance and tips to help allergic teens, young adults and parents navigate these years. My guest Kortney Kwong Hing and I discuss the following topics: Various common social & life scenarios, tips for speaking up about safety when shy, tips on how to fit in with friends safely, how/when to talk about your allergy when dating, talking to (and s...

4 years ago

40 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Taking Fear & Trauma Out of Epinephrine Use; Guest: Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD [Ep. 18]

This episode explores dealing with fearful thoughts and a variety of emotions when just thinking about epinephrine, or when you actually need to use it. . My guest Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD and I share strategies and tips to prepare for, actually use, and process the thoughts, feelings and trauma that are often part of the allergic reaction experience. These tips are helpful for kids, teens, adults and parents! . Take advantage of two allergy-informed behavioral health clinicians discussi...

4 years ago

37 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Food Allergies & ARFID: Is It Just Picky Eating?; Guest: Tiffany Taft, PsyD [Ep. 17]

Many people have picky eating habits and may even avoid a number of foods, but when do these food preferences become problematic, especially for those managing food allergy? This episode explores the answers to these questions and the diagnosis of ARFID (avoidant restrictive food intake disorder) which is a diagnosis becoming more well-known in those managing chronic conditions focused on food intake. My guest, gastropsychologist Tiffany Taft, PsyD and I talk about: What ARFID is AN...

4 years ago

43 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

So, You Want to Be an Allergy Advocate or Professional?; Guest: Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. [Ep. 16]

Maybe you're an allergic individual or allergy parent who wants to advocate on a larger scale? Or perhaps you're interested in learning more about what a food allergy consultant or allergy-informed therapist does and how to become one? Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. and I discuss food allergy advocacy, consulting and counseling, paying special attention to not burning yourself out, especially as an advocate. We offer tips on recognizing burnout, determining your own boundaries, prioritizing your a...

4 years ago

36 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Comparing Moms' & Dads' Experiences - Allergy Parenting Survey Review [Ep. 15]

In honor of Mother's Day this weekend, I'm reviewing the 2020 Food Allergy Mom Experiences survey results to gain better insight into how moms feel about allergy parenting. Additionally, I'll compare the data from the 2020 Food Allergy Dad Experiences survey (which asked the exact same questions), and explore similarities and differences in their experiences. [Be sure to check out Episode 2, which is all about the dads' survey results] The survey questions look at: The hardest aspects of fo...

4 years ago

29 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Tips for Managing Oral Food Challenge Anxiety; Guest: Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD [Ep. 14]

It's common to feel nervous or anxious in anticipation of an oral food challenge (OFC). On this episode, fellow allergy-informed therapist Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD and I will discuss navigating oral food challenge anxiety. We will specifically explore: Tips to encourage readiness for kids, teens, parents and adultsAnxiety management strategies to practice Tips to help determine anxiety versus allergic reaction sensationsStrategies to navigate nerves during the actual OFC appoin...

4 years ago

36 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

3 Things Allergists Want You to Talk with Them About; Guest: Dr. Zachary Rubin [Ep. 13]

Open communication with your allergist is crucial - it helps them meet you where you're at and in turn, provides you with valuable guidance and information to help navigate life with food allergies. However, not everyone knows how to advocate for their own patient needs or when they should or shouldn't reach out to their allergist with questions. In this episode, I'll be chatting with my guest, allergist Dr. Zachary Rubin on the following topics and more: Benefits of open communicatio...

4 years ago

35 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

4 Things You Should Know About Therapy [Ep. 12]

In honor of Counseling Awareness Month in April, Season 2 kicks off with an episode focusing on therapy, because after the last 12 months, many could benefit from additional support. This episode will specifically explore: WHY (and when) people might decide to seek out therapyWHO provides counseling services WHAT some common counseling approaches are, and determining which is right for youWHERE to find therapistsRead more tips on finding allergy-informed therapists: https://www.foo...

4 years ago

20 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Food Allergy Thinking Traps: What Are They & How to Get Unstuck [Ep. 11]

Thinking traps, or cognitive distortions, tend to lead us into a pattern of increased anxiety, worry, or stress. In this episode, we'll explore food allergy-focused thinking traps, and strategies to challenge and deal with them. (These strategies are easily adaptable to teach children and teens as well). To learn more about thinking traps or locate the handout, check out this Food Allergy Counselor Directory & website blog post on the topic: Food Allergy Thinking Traps Check out the "T...

5 years ago

16 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

The Data About Our Feelings - Exploring CFAAR Research; Guests: Ruchi Gupta, MD & Lisa Lombard, PhD [Ep. 10]

This episode focuses on understanding what research tells us about the emotional and social impacts food allergies have on individuals and families, and what upcoming CFAAR studies may further explore. Guests Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH and Lisa Lombard, Ph.D. from the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR) join me on this episode to discuss recent studies focused on the social and emotional impacts food allergies have on individuals and families, and how this data is helping them cre...

5 years ago

27 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Moving Forward After an Allergic Reaction; Guest: Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD [Ep. 9]

It's normal to be left with a variety of thoughts and feelings after an allergic reaction, which sometimes then leads to changes in behaviors and confidence. On this episode, we will explore and share tips to help move through this normal post-reaction phase. My guest on this episode is psychologist Fawn McNeil-Haber of Brave Minds Psychological Services in Scotch Plains, NJ. Fawn and I explore the following: Common emotions experienced after a reactionStrategies to help you work WIT...

5 years ago

38 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Food Allergy Treatments: Tips to Navigate Emotions, Decisions & Power Struggles; Guest: Marte Matthews, LMFT [Ep. 8]

Whether you've just learned about, or are considering or currently taking part in food allergy treatments, this episode will offer insights into the emotional aspects of treatments - a focus not always openly explored. My guest on this episode is Marte Matthews, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice who also works with allergic patients at the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy & Asthma Research at Stanford University. Marte and I explore the following topi...

5 years ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Tips from An Experienced Dad (Part 2); Guest: Jit Bose - [Ep. 7]

We don't always hear from the dads as much as we do from the moms. Therefore, after the results of the Food Allergy Dad Experience Survey were published in Episode 2, I wanted to chat in depth with one of the dads. In this episode, the second in a two-part series, guest Jit Bose and I explore his experiences as the dad of a child with food allergies, and the insightful tips he has for other dads (and all parents, really) after 15 years on this journey. In part 2, we cover topics such as:&nb...

5 years ago

19 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Tips from An Experienced Dad (Part 1); Guest: Jit Bose - [Ep. 6]

We don't always hear from the dads as much as we do from the moms. Therefore, after the results of the Food Allergy Dad Experience Survey were published in Episode 2, I wanted to chat in depth with one of the dads. In this episode, the first in a two-part series, guest Jit Bose and I explore his experiences as the dad of a child with food allergies, and the insightful tips he has for other dads (and all parents, really) after 15 years on this journey. In part 1, we cover topics such as:&nbs...

5 years ago

19 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Embracing the Crazy & Finding the Humor in Life, Especially Lately; Guest: Jen Burch - [Ep. 5]

Let's be honest - with life feeling more stressful at the moment, we may forget to look for opportunities to laugh. But laughter can be a great coping strategy! This episode will not only remind you to embrace the crazy and find the humor in life, but will likely have you laughing and thinking "Yes, I can totally relate!" In this episode, guest Jen Burch and I chat about many moments where we could have lost our minds, but instead, welcomed the chaos instead - which changed our outlooks on ...

5 years ago

30 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Navigating Telemedicine & Office Allergy Appointments During COVID-19; Guest: Dr. Dave Stukus - [Ep. 4]

How do telemedicine allergy appointments really work? In this episode, Dr. Dave Stukus and I chat about telemedicine and in-person appointments during this pandemic. We will explore: What to expect & how to prepare for telemedicine appointmentsStrategies to help kids engage in telemedicine appointmentsReminders to help decrease anxiety for in-person appointments during COVIDPlus, we get real and chat about individualized allergy care, and our own experiences working with patients du...

5 years ago

23 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

From Doubt to Confidence: Exploring Vulnerability & Food Allergies - [Ep. 3]

Vulnerability can make us feel pretty uncomfortable, but does feeling vulnerable mean we're weak? In this episode, we'll explore what vulnerability is and how it relates to managing food allergies. We'll also review 5 steps that can help you move from doubt to confidence when managing allergies. So let's explore vulnerability! Exploring Vulnerability & Food Allergies 5-Step Handout/PDF: https://www.foodallergycounselor.com/resources.html (Find it in the "Take Home Challenge" section) L...

5 years ago

15 minutes

Exploring Food Allergy Families

Exploring Food Allergy Dad Experiences - [Ep. 2]

Ever wondered how dads feel about parenting a child with a food allergy? In this episode, we'll explore the results from the Food Allergy Dad Experience survey. Learn what dads say is the hardest part about food allergy parenting, how it impacts their relationships, and what advice they'd give to dads just starting their food allergy parenting journey. Full survey results on the Food Allergy Counselor Directory & website blog: www.FoodAllergyCounselor.com/blog Learn more about the Exp...

5 years ago

25 minutes