Allergy Expert Gina Clowes shares Allergy management news and commentary at MyAllergyNetwork.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542 http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542 http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/31688/allergy-travel Sun, 22 Jun 2008 21:57:00 -0400 Gina Clowes Food allergies almost put an end to my family's traveling days. But to get back in the swing of things with my son's food allergies, we started by staying at the homes of close relatives.   Gradually, we ventured out to hotels and condos. Traveling with food allergies does take more preparation but it's worth it! If you're feeling timid about taking food allergies on the road, here are five tips to nudge you on your way:Continue... http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/31688/allergy-travel http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/30119/dining-allergies Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:00:00 -0400 Gina Clowes When you become a parent of a child with food allergies, restaurant dining often feels like tiptoeing through a minefield. The potential dangers are usually invisible and you are relying on the vigilance of others to keep your child safe.   Still, we want our children to be able to enjoy the typical and "normal" parts of everyday life, so we venture out to restaurants as nerve-wracking as those experiences may be.   So where... http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/30119/dining-allergies http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26040/allergy-ve-learned Mon, 19 May 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Gina Clowes Since my son was diagnosed with multiple food allergies six years ago, our lives have changed in many ways. That initial transition period was challenging and I learned a lot from the school of hard knocks.  I really wish I had known more about what to expect, and what is the new normal would be like.  I'm hoping that some of what I've learned might help you to smooth over the rough spots as you get accustomed to life with a... http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26040/allergy-ve-learned http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26039/settling-allergy Mon, 12 May 2008 13:22:00 -0400 Gina Clowes Last week, I wrote about Where To Start: Tips for New Food Allergy Parents when adjusting to life with food allergies. Soon after your child is diagnosed, you will realize how food is the focal point of every social occasion.  So this week, I'll share some tips for socializing as well as some ideas for a safer kitchen area.    Setting Up a Safe Kitchen Your child's age, the severity of his/her symptoms, your family... http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26039/settling-allergy http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26038/allergy-parents Sun, 04 May 2008 13:07:00 -0400 Gina Clowes If you're reading this article, chances are your child has recently had a frightening allergic reaction.  Or, after months of colic, acid reflux, eczema, hives or wheezing, your child was finally diagnosed with multiple food allergies. With either of these events, you may not realize it, but you've been hit by the allergy avalanche.  If you are at all like I was when I when the avalanche got me, you're wondering how in the world... http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26038/allergy-parents http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26036/food-allergy-story Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:14:00 -0400 Gina Clowes When my husband and I decided to have kids, I knew I would go back to work. I was one of those women who sneered at stay-home moms because "Motherhood is a relationship, not a career!"   I did end up going back after my first son was born, albeit part-time. I had a terrific job, an adorable son, excellent childcare (Grandma) and a meticulously clean house. After a few years, my husband and I felt another child would complete... http://www.healthcentral.com/allergy/c/48542/26036/food-allergy-story