Family Visiting for the Holidays

By Alexander
Dec. 28, 2009

Dear Alexander,

(Q) We have a lot of family members that we go visit during the holidays. All my cousins are always getting extra treats that I can’t have. It makes me feel really left out. What can I do?

(A) Why don’t you and your mom or dad bake some special treats before you go to visit relatives? You can put some of your special treats in the freezer so you will have one to take with you every time you visit relatives.

This should help when everyone else has something special, you will have something special too!

Talk to your parents about the situation. Maybe they can talk to your relatives and suggest to them that they offer treats that you don’t eat, such as stickers, pencils, or other things that everyone can enjoy.

Enjoy visiting with all your relatives, have fun and be safe.

Good luck!

Your friend,

Alexander the Elephant

 

Source: Food Allergy

Editor’s Note: The information above is not designed to take the place of a doctor’s instructions. Patients are urged to contact a doctor for specific information regarding guidelines for care.

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