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Does your memory of Halloween days look like roaming about the streets in cute little costumes and getting candies for trick-o-treat? Because same! But that was until 2021, last year. When my 2-year-old son was ready to celebrate Halloween with his friends and neighbors. With his gluten, dairy, corn, peanut, legumes, and sugar allergies, I had to make sure he was enjoying his day just like other kids but also keeping away from the food he mustn't consume. While I gave him different options to go about it, he wanted people to just give him the candies that were safe for him! But let me tell you... we both had the time of our lives last Halloween. And we’re all set for it this year too. Wonder how I made it with all his different allergies? It was no easy game but we did it together! PS. It’s no secret – I’m discussing all of it in today’s episode! Tiny takeaways: >> Try making allergy-free candies at home for your littles. >> Try telling your neighbors about your kids’ allergies as I did. I explained everything to them, gave them my home-made candies, and asked them to give them to my son. >> Have a conversation with your kids about how they want to go about trick-o-treating this Halloween. Help them come up with suggestions on their own, so they are a part of the process.  If you’ve been doing these things already, congratulations! I’m happy you’re starting this necessary conversation on food allergies. If not, what’s the wait? This is your time to get started! This is also a good opportunity for you to educate your community about food allergies and to be mindful of not just your kid but other children with food allergies as well.    Tag Me in your Halloween Post! Can't wait to see all the fun!  Etsy: @foodallergyawesomene IG: @foodallergyawesomeness  TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness  

Halloween makes me a little anxious. If you're also an allergy mom, you sure will know. It's a tough gig allowing your kids to walk around houses (possibly) getting allergens in their bucket! But though you cannot avoid the time, you can definitely avoid problems this Halloween. But let's start the day with an affirmation. Repeat after me: I can do anything, one step at a time! It might feel like a mammoth task to have your kids avoid allergic food no matter the situation and, at the same time, make sure they are involved and getting childhood memories, like trick or treating at Halloween. But hey, I hear you! Breathe. Let's take it one step at a time. Okay? Halloween feels big. There's so much to it. So if you're feeling overwhelmed, start with this simple affirmation: I can do ANYTHING, one step at a time!   Let's Connect online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomene IG: @foodallergyawesomeness  TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness

We are nearing this year’s Halloween! Another year for wonderful dress-ups, togetherness, and of course, lots of trick-o-treating for kids! But that’s where the challenge lies when your littles have food allergies. How do you help them make the most of this Halloween yet stay cautious about the treats they receive? That’s where you come in and be a Halloween ally with us! Help our littles know they are seen, validated, and celebrated! In today’s episode, I’m discussing how to help our littles with food allergies feel less disconnected this Halloween. Tune in! Key Takeaways: ● Approximately 32 million Americans today are living with food allergies. That means 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 13 children have food allergies! ●  If your little one has food allergies, it helps to keep a bag packed with essentials like food, epi-pens, phone charger, coloring books, and stuff to keep them busy in case of an emergency. ●  This Halloween, you can make children with food allergies feel accepted by gifting them just about anything like stickers, glow sticks, or small toys that don’t cause them reactions, and posting a little note somewhere on the house to show you are an allergy-friendly family. Believe it or not, simple things like these could mean the world to children. Find me online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomene IG: @foodallergyawesomeness  TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness

Most of us are used to negative self-talk. But what if we flipped the switch on ourselves, what if we switched to saying something like: "I love myself for who I am"? This is your affirmation for today. It might feel very simple, but I want to remind you and everyone out there: The loudest voice that we always hear is our own voice inside our head — and it's a it is not fair to talk to ourselves any other way than positive and kind. Love yourself for being silly. Love yourself for being serious. Love yourself for your spelling errors, and love yourself for not being the best at math. Because all of it together makes you. And everything about you is amazing. It makes you unique. The world needs you and your uniqueness. Find me online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomene IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness

The way we talk to our children about food allergies shapes their relationship with allergies and food for the rest of their lives. What are the words you are saying to your children?  The first time Devyn had an allergic reaction to a food allergy, she was traumatized. Her body reacted, yes, but the reason for her trauma was not only the physical impact but the mental impact triggered by a lack of proper knowledge about food allergies! Devyn developed nervous eating habits, and her parents restricted her from eating anything they weren’t certain wouldn’t cause allergies… because there wasn’t much they knew about it. So for them, they were just trying to keep her safe.  In today’s episode of the Food Allergy Awesomeness podcast, Devyn joins me for a discussion on the influential role of your mind in managing food allergies. Drawing lessons from her own experience, she expresses that she grew up with parents who projected fear, and helplessness which could be overcome with proper knowledge about the condition and uncovering its root causes. It is good to be vigilant; it always has been that way. But it’s important to not let your vigilance take the form of fear. Allergies could be a part of your existence but don’t define you!   We’ll discuss: The turning point in Devyn’s life with food allergy: Consulting an allergist. Devin was 18 when she did that. The experience didn’t feel like owning her power but helped her make sense of everything happening to her body because of the allergy. Live less in fear and more in retrospect: Switch from the lack mentality to an abundance mindset. Instead of looking at all that you can’t have, focus on the many things you can have. Do not panic: Train your mind to believe it will be fine. The way we talk to our children about food allergies shapes how their relationship with allergies and food.  About Devyn:   Devyn Derksen is a nutrition coach who helps people live healthy and happy lives with their nutrition issues or food allergies.   Find Devyn online! Podcast: Weight Neutral Nutrition  Instagram: @devyn.derkson Tiktok: @devynderksen    Find Food Allergy Awesomeness online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok@foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

#9 Food Allergy Awesomeness - My Heart Is Grateful   You might not realize this, but gratitude is a subtle but powerful emotion – one that can captivate your mind in just a matter of seconds.   And in this short affirmation episode, I’m helping you gently feel that transformative power.   So here it goes:   Repeat after me: MY HEART IS GRATEFUL. Say it aloud; say it again. Say it until you can feel it inside.   Amid the challenges of everyday life, we often forget to see, acknowledge and be grateful for the things we are fortunate to have.   Especially with the unwavering stare of food allergies.   So take your focus out of the things you lack, observe all you have, and bring your kids to witness the same. Gratitude is an effective cure for most of our worries!   Until we talk again,    Find me online!   Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

Navigating life with allergies: her own and her kids   A mom, cyber security analyst, and aromatherapy yoga coach, Corinna Dunn Stone’s wellness journey began wonderfully in 2011. After welcoming her fifth baby, she grew to become a group exercise fitness instructor, teaching up to 8 classes a week! While she kept amping up her professional career, her health took a toll when she was diagnosed with Lupus in 2019. After years of debilitating fatigue and unexplained pain, she realized that western Medicine couldn’t always be relied upon.   She became infinitely more intentional about yoga and meditation, a thought that took her forward in life incredibly. Not only this, but she has multiple other food allergies – shellfish, eggs, bell peppers, almonds, and even bees, as well as some of her children, who have food allergies. Wonder how she manages her nutrition and lives happily… Tune in!   We’ll explore: How food allergies show up and how to check if a food you’re allergic to can be eaten in another way: While highly sensitive people cannot have certain foods to any degree, others can consume them if the composition has changed. Having your kids take their Epipens everywhere: It’s hard to convince your kids of that. But if you put in the effort to explain to them clearly why it has to be done, things could become a lot easier! It’s difficult finding places for people with food allergies, in order to avoid last-minute confusion, pre-research restaurants in your area that can accommodate all of your family's allergies too. Do not create a "good food, bad food" mentality in your kids’ minds. Focus on how you talk about food even their allergies as it will shape their relationship with food.   About Corinna: Corinna Dunn Stone is an aromatherapy yoga coach. Find Corinna online and work with her! Instagram: @corinadunnwellness   Find me online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness  

#7 Food Allergy Awesomeness - I will be kind to myself and others today Some days are good, full of positive vibes, and a joy to traverse. At the same time, some others cause an air of negative emotions to blow in.   And while it’s difficult to be kind to anyone on tough days, it’s often the toughest to be kind to ourselves.   So, for today’s affirmation, I want you to ask yourself to be kind to yourself and others.   I know you might be having a hard day. But despite anything that’s happening around you, I want you to treat yourself with kindness. You are the loudest voice you will ever hear. Make sure you communicate knowing how you are talking to yourself and others.   Lean into love whenever possible.   Again, say it with me: I will be kind to myself and others today.   Until next time!     Find me online!   Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

Anyone who’s known FPIES knows how painfully hard it is to have a balanced diet despite it. Veronica Lamb, my guest for today’s episode, has dealt with her children’s food FPIES sensitivities ever since they were babies. She recollects her time from diagnosing and realizing hers and her children’s food sensitivities to adjusting food habits at home and empowering her children to live their lives happily despite the problems. On the professional front, Veronica is a holistic health & life coach who helps high-achieving women transform their lives with a simple five-minute daily practice, her own signature “TRUE PRESCRIPTION FRAMEWORK”. Her approach is always holistic - involving spirit, mind, and body to get sustainable life-long results. Plus, she comes with 14 years of experience in the game. Listen in to learn how this mamma progressed through her kids’ food journey and how she’s helped one of them even overcome it over time! We’ll discuss: What FPies sensitivities are and how they affect your daily life: Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome refers to a sensitivity to cow’s milk, soy, coconut milk, and related foods. It causes diarrhoea, vomiting, and related issues. Listening to your body to understand what food suits and doesn’t: Veronica uses her daughter’s example to share how important it is to listen to what our body says it cannot have. Dealing with the stress of managing her kids’ different food sensitivities and related health issues: Veronica resorted to CBD oil to get proper sleep. She also sought the help of an online virtual community. How do you manage a social life with all your insensitivities? Bring your own food wherever you go. Let your friends know the seriousness of your condition. How to encourage kids with insensitivities to live their life happily without fear: Tell them how common it is. Many people in the world have small or big insensitivities; while some know of it, others don't.     About Veronica:   Veronica is a holistic health & life coach. With 14 years of experience coaching women, she developed her own signature “TRUE PRESCRIPTION FRAMEWORK” to help female leaders transform their life with a simple 5-minute daily practice. Podcast listeners can get a FREE Diagnostic Discovery Session. We talk about where you are & the strategy to get you healed, whole, and thriving. Book your free call here: https://calendly.com/veronicalambhnl/free-call *Spots limited, August only*     Find Veronica online! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronicalambhnl/ Website: https://www.veronicalamb.com   Find me online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness

Food allergies are no joke. It’s challenging to stay healthy while managing to stay away from the things that could potentially wreak havoc in your or your child's body.   You might not feel it some days, but you are thriving. You’ve made it this far, and you’re taking a step forward in your journey with every passing moment, every day.   Be proud of yourself. That’s it. That’s your affirmation for today.   Let me remind you to give yourself enough appreciation for making it through the tiny, big events of the day in this episode of Food Allergy Awesomeness.   Let us appreciate and reflect on those times when you were your BEST self for YOUrself!   Find me online! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

Amanda Love - Food Allergy Awesomeness Diagnosed with fibromyalgia at just 20 years old, Amanda Love remembers that she was sick all the time. From taking medications to physical therapy, her life circled around remedies – until – her grandmother got her into a wellness talk by a chiropractor who tested her for food sensitivities. Astoundingly, that one experience helped her understand her gut and body better than ever.   Amanda had gluten, egg, and dairy sensitivity which she’s managed ever since with an elimination diet. It is her passion today to help women not only find allergy-friendly healthy meals but also cook them easily. Amanda holds a diploma as a registered holistic nutritionist and has certifications in gut health, culinary nutrition, and more. Plus, she is the host of the podcast Physical Emotional Health Secrets and the co-author of the book, Trauma to Triumph!   In today’s episode, she reveals her experience discovering her allergies and how she manages them. She also shares about regretting not knowing how to cook when she needed to cook paleo meals for her son, who also has food allergies and sensitivities. Amanda believes in not investing a lot of time cooking and preparing meals in 15-20 minutes. Listen up for tips and tricks on managing your and your family’s allergies effectively!   Here are a few things to look out for in the episode: >> Amanda’s journey through fibromyalgia >> Is gluten-free the real deal? >> The importance of learning to cook   Connect with Amanda!   Amanda’s Podcast - https://apple.co/2TgYURy Amanda’s Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/361675060902718 Facebook Personal - https://bit.ly/2Wlwc4a Facebook Business Page -  https://bit.ly/2yeHHm5 Instagram Personal -  https://bit.ly/3fhjmfJ   Here’s where else to find me! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness

If you’re here listening to the Food Allergy Awesomeness podcast today, you might have allergies or know someone who does. Allergies, intolerance, and or sensitivities that affect the foods you can eat, or those that give you life-threatening reactions? If you do you are not alone and I am I’m here to teach you to not only deal with them physically but mentally. Having allergies doesn't mean your life is defined by them. You are not your allergies. You’re a thriving human with work and friends and hobbies to enjoy. Don’t shrink away from them! Join me in the journey to unchaining yourself from your allergies. Affirm with me,   “I have allergies, but I am NOT my allergies.”   Repeat it again till your mind GETS it. Press play to hear me say it out loud for you, and chant it along with me!   Find me online!   Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

Food allergies could make even touching stuff scary. Can you really remove fear and anxiety from the allergy equation?   Sarah Duda, the owner of Loving Nutritiously, was diagnosed with food allergies at just six weeks. Back then, her dad, who was giving her a bath like any parent, hadn’t washed his hands with soap and water after eating cashews. In the moments that followed, she was covered in hives. Rushing to the emergency and getting a dose of epinephrine, turning positive for a skin graft test, staying away from peanuts, altering nuts, coconut, nutmeg, and other foods she’s allergic to – is a sequence of events that describes her allergy life in a nutshell.  As a certified nutrition coach who helps women manage their food anxieties, Sarah provides actionable tips to uncomplicate your life with allergies. She also shares how her children, who as yet, don’t have major allergies, support her in the same. She also discusses what socializing, shopping, marriage, and daily life look like for a person with allergies! You’ll also learn:   >> What anaphylaxis looks like and how to deal with it. >> How Epipens help people with allergies >> Socializing despite the allergies – the precautions to take and how to let people know about your sensitivities and intolerances. >> Inviting and managing guests at home as a person with allergies. >> Finding a romantic partner who understands your health condition. >> Helping kids understand and adjust to your allergy concerns. >> Lessons to take away: If your gut tells you something feels unsafe to consume, don't use it. Even if the packaging says something different, don’t eat it. Speak to the head of companies to learn if their products are safe for your consumption. >> Tip to help your kids with food allergies: Always keep safe snacks available around your children. This will reduce their tendency to consume something that’s unhealthy for them when they’re around children without the same allergies.   Connect with Sarah!   For Sarah’s discounted workshop, Click HERE :) website: www.lovingnutritiously.com FaceBook: @lncommunity Instagram: @lovingnutritiously   Here’s where else to Stephanie with Food Allergy Awesomeness Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

Food Allergy Awesomeness Ep. 1: THE LAUNCH We all know the sneezy, wheezy, itchy – or the overall – irritating sensations caused by allergies. We probably also know the digestive and other bodily issues caused by allergic reactions to food. But what when your kiddo is the one to deal with it? How do you help your child live a happy, fear-free, yet safe childhood despite the inconvenient food allergies? That’s the whole thought behind starting Food Allergy Awesomeness! As a single mom of a young one with multiple and unique food allergies, I know how overwhelmingly fearful and isolating it all can be. I’m here to help you educate and create a better future for your children and make dealing with food allergies a normal everyday thing for them. If you’ve been a Self Love Legacy listener, I affirm that Food Allergy Awesomeness is also made for you with Love. I’d taken a break from podcasting after becoming employed full-time + turning chef for my son, but now with the challenge of gathering enough food allergy coping resources for him, I decided to start this podcast to provide value to you as I navigate this phase! Use this as your playlist of resources and other help for your children’s food allergies. Drop the fear of allergies and help your children live confidently every day. Be a part of this journey with me! Some things I talk about today: >> Our first anaphylactic experience with my son’s food allergy reaction: We had to go to the emergency room and the experience had a lasting impact on me, so much so that I couldn’t get myself a full night's sleep for months. I was constantly scared. >> The challenge you face as a parent of a child/ children with food allergies is to let them know about the allergies AND also take care to act on them wisely. It is scary and overwhelming. But with a daily effort, it’s possible. >> Fear of food allergy is can be debilitating. You have to take care not to allow the fear to manifest into trauma or other negative emotions. The podcast will provide you with resources to help you in this journey – we’re together here! Here’s where else to find me! Etsy: @foodallergyawesomeness IG: @foodallergyawesomeness TikTok: @foodallergyawesomeness Pinterest: @foodallergyawesomeness

The moment you imbibe it into your soul that you know yourself better than ANYONE else, everything about the way you see the world changes. Whether it’s the way you interact with your kids, yourself, your people -- when you stand firm in your boundaries, you begin to realize that anyone who treats you less does so from a place of insecurity. You’re an amazing soul and a blessing to the world. You deserve all that you aspire to. If you’re yet to discover your value, I’m here to help you with that today.   Close your eyes and repeat this week's self-love affirmations with me as I say it, “I know who I am. And I know my value.” Repeat it till you feel it.   Make it your mantra, and you’ll see the magic happen.   Empower yourself to head closer to your self-love legacy today. :)   Keep in touch! Stephanie A.    Website: www.selflovelegacy.com Instagram: @selflovelegacy

Let’s be honest. Most of us would find it inexplicably painful to go back to those times when we were abandoned by someone important. Needless to say that if it happened when you were carrying a little life inside you, it would seem like an eternity pushing through the days!   I know it, and I’ve been there. But let me tell you this. I could snap the pain after a few empowering sips of reality -- I realized that being abandoned also meant I had the GIFT of freedom. I could keep negative emotions away from mine and my child’s life. Isn’t it much better off feeling alone than stuck or unsafe?   In today’s episode, I share with you how I overcame the pain of abandonment during and after the first few months of my pregnancy. Him leaving us wasn’t abandonment; it was true liberation. I felt at ease with his decisions and am at a better place with my emotions and health today.   Here are some valuable points for all single mothers out there listening:   Life becomes fulfilling the moment you empower yourself to do your best at anything you put your mind to.  Choose to step back from anything that causes hurt in the long term - weed out negative people and thoughts the best you can. The moment you walk away from a potentially toxic relationship, you don’t just give yourself and your children freedom, but you also protect them from unhealthy experiences.   Empower yourself to head closer to your self-love legacy today. :)   My special self-love giveaway is on! A $200 gift card for Fred and Far's unique self-love pinky ring, Melody’s self-love Poetry book, and Key Chain! Find out more about it in the episode! :) Click HERE to enter.    Keep in touch! Stephanie A.   Website: www.selflovelegacy.com Instagram: @selflovelegacy    

Here is a quick little Love Note to act as a reminder on your Self Love journey that Your Body is Amazing!  Say this weeks self love affirmation with me... I am Grateful for My Body!!  Keep in touch! Website: www.selflovelegacy.com Instagram: @selflovelegacy

Episode 102: 7 Mind shifts to Achieve a Deeper Self-Love   It's easy to get caught up in the idea that self-care practices are the final word when it comes to loving yourself. Though adopting habits that nurture and support our wellness does help in feeling more connected to ourselves, self-love is MUCH deeper. It comes from within when you learn to embrace the shadows of your personality. It takes a lot of work and energy to love yourself, especially if you have been through trauma or abuse during your childhood. Self-love is hard-earned. And today, I will show you how to do that right. In this episode, you'll learn the seven keys to deeper self-love. Seven things to understand for deeper self-love: ●  You need to be your first priority. Our society has conditioned us to believe that self-love is selfish. It's not. It's not selfish to make yourself a priority. Set your boundaries, even if it means you have to miss out on doing things for others sometimes. ●  Be kind to yourself in your everyday activities. It is easy to be critical and blame yourself for any mishap or shortcomings. Sit back and think objectively about a situation; give yourself compassion and kindness in those times. ●  Gift yourself your love. When you love yourself deeply, you set the standard for receiving love. You love others better. That is because your love will not come from a place of insecurity, hate, anger, or resentment. You can just truly open your arms and love. ●  Understand that self-love will not happen overnight. In the same way that it takes time to build a relationship with your significant other or someone outside of your family, it takes time to be comfortable with yourself to love yourself ultimately. ●  Know that doing the hard work can get hard. Previous traumas and hurt may resurface. You might learn new behaviors—practice self-care better to overcome the challenges faced. Find yourself a good therapist, if needed. You may even discover those parts of you that are emotional, painful, or challenging. ●  Understand that self-love might not always be fun. It might mean you have to go to bed early, miss some birthday parties, or prioritize some things over others. It might not always be fun to make yourself a priority and to put your needs first. ● Self-love is not linear. There are days when you'll feel pumped and awesome, and there are some when you might even feel miserable. Understand that the highs and lows are all normal. There's no quick fix for this. Self-love is a rollercoaster! Let's step into our self-love legacy today. Psst! Have you heard about my special self-love giveaway? A $200 gift card for Fred and Far's unique self-love pinky ring! Find out more about it in the episode! :) Keep in touch! Website: www.selflovelegacy.com Instagram: @selflovelegacy

This week on the Self Love Legacy podcast we will be covering a powerful affirmation "I find freedom in my vulnerability" This affirmation is empowering, and can be very life-changing as the freedom to be yourself is limitless!    To start your own Podcast check out My Favorite Podcasting Course.    Be sure to keep in touch!  Self Love Legacy on IG and or www.selflovelegacy.com Much Self Love,  Stephanie A. 

Yep, thats right, I use to stuff my bra! I felt insecure and less than because of my A cup breasts. On this episode of the Self Love Legacy, we will travel back in time to why I started stuffing my bra in the first place and uncover the embarressing situation that lead to me changing my bra stuffing habit.  You don't want to miss it!    Also on the episode, in celebration of our 100th episode, passing 1 year of podcasting AND reaching over 10,000 downloads I am doing my biggest giveway yet! And I want to give you some Jewlery!!!! 💎💍😍🤤⁣ ⁣ ❤️GIVEAWAY❤️ Enter to win a $200 @fredandfar gift card for your very own Self Love Pinky Ring, plus a signed copy of Melody's book and a gratitude keychain!⁣ ⁣ To enter:⁣ 1️⃣ Follow @selflovelegacy ＋ @fredandfar⁣ 2️⃣ Like this post and tag a friend in the comments⁣ 3️⃣ Share a Self Love Legacy Podcast episode in your Stories (be sure to tag @selflovelegacy)⁣ 4️⃣ Leaving a review on the Self Love Legacy Podcast on Itunes (be sure screen shot it to my DM so I know it was from you)⁣ ⁣ Extra Entries for:  *Every Podcast Episode, you share in your stories will give you an extra entry.⁣ *Every individual you tag in the comments⁣ on the Pinky Ring Post on IG ⁣ Terms: Giveaway is open 7/7/21 through 8/10/21 at 11:59 pm. Open to US residents. This giveaway is not sponsored by Instagram. Each comment and IG story serves as an individual entry so tag friends in individual comments and share multiple Podcast episodes in individual stories for extra chances to win!⁣   So excited for you to Win!  Stephanie A.   IG: @selflovelegacy      website: SelfLoveLegacy.com⁣