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Birthday Parties & Food Allergies: Top 5 Tips


Birthday Parties Made Safe & Fun for Kids with Food Allergies!

Receiving a birthday party invite can feel overwhelming when your child has food allergies. Will there be safe food? Will my child feel included?


As a pediatrician and fellow allergy mom, I know how tricky celebrations can be. That’s why I created Birthday Parties and Food Allergies: Top 5 Tips—a quick, practical guide to help you confidently manage birthday parties.

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 “This guide gave me so much confidence! We just attended our first birthday party since my son’s diagnosis, and it was a success. Thank you!” – Emily, Allergy Mom

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Meet Dr. Julie Sweeney

Hi, I’m Dr. Julie—pediatrician, food allergy mom, and your guide on this journey. When my first baby had a severe allergic reaction to his very first food, I felt all the same worries you do now. That moment shaped my mission: to help moms like you feel confident, not confused, when it comes to food allergies. I’ve spent over 15 years helping families navigate this journey—and I’m here to help you, too.