7. Pack Your Child’s Epinephrine Injectors in Your Carry-On
If you’re traveling by air, make sure your child’s epinephrine auto-injector is stored in your carry-on, so you have easy access to it in an emergency. Pratt recommends storing it in a clear plastic bag to make it easier to go through security. “You usually have to separate it from your other items, since it does have a needle,” she notes.
8. Choose the Right Restaurant
Depending on your child’s food allergy, some restaurants will be riskier to eat at than others. For example, if your child has a peanut allergy, it’s wise to avoid certain Asian restaurants, such as those serving Thai, Chinese, or Indian cuisine, because nuts are frequently used in their dishes.
9. Review the Menu Ahead of Time
Many restaurants have their menus online, so you can take a look and figure out which foods will be on the safer side, Codispoti notes.
10. Talk to the Waitstaff
Nowadays, many restaurants ask if anyone has a food allergy. But if they don’t, it’s important to let them know. “Be really clear with the waitstaff or even the manager about your child’s particular allergy,” says Pratt.