{"id":24,"date":"2013-05-09T01:34:19","date_gmt":"2013-05-09T01:34:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.allergyhome.org\/handbook\/?page_id=24"},"modified":"2013-06-05T02:54:38","modified_gmt":"2013-06-05T02:54:38","slug":"play-dates-parties-and-other-activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.allergyhome.org\/handbook\/table-of-contents\/daily-life-with-food-allergies\/play-dates-parties-and-other-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Play Dates, Parties, and Other Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Social activities are important for your child’s happiness and self-esteem.\u00a0 Your child will be in the company of other kids and adults at play dates, birthday parties and other activities. \u00a0Other families may not understand what practices to follow to keep your child safe or how serious an allergic reaction can be. <\/p>\n

You can take steps to make sure your child is not left out because of their food allergies. \u00a0The key is to plan ahead by informing your host and letting your child know what to expect. \u00a0With your help, you will find that others are often willing to support your child.<\/p>\n

Call the host several days before a play date or party<\/h1>\n
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Additional Information<\/p>\n\"Food<\/a>Food Allergy Drop-off & Babysitting Form<\/a><\/strong>\n

One page guide downloadable as a pdf file that reviews key food allergy management principles and to inform other caretakers about your child\u2019s specific food allergies. Handy reference for playdates, birthday parties, and other drop-off situations. Created in collaboration with Kids with Food Allergies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n