Let’s Talk Food Allergies Lisa Woodruff Nutrition

If you are a parent that struggles with what to feed your child at snacks, then you need to listen to this podcast. Whether you are a food allergy family or not, snacks play an important role in how we feed our families.

Today I’m talking with Suzi Hinck, dietitian and owner of The Parenting Dietitian. Suzi shares advice on all things snacks, as well as strategies for helping children nurture a healthy relationship with all foods. 

In this interview, we chat about:
* What do we need to know about kids and snacks?
* Should kids get choices at snack time?
* What is the difference between meals and snacks?
* What are misconceptions about snacks?
* How can parents normalize fruits and vegetables?
* What are parents’ responsibilities at meals and snacks?

Find the notes for this episode at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/podcast/10.

On this episode I am talking with Molly Bishop, playworker and owner of Navigation Play, a small business located in Williamsburg, Iowa. Molly organizes child-led play experiences, family events, kids classes and more while making play a priority in her community.

In addition to reviewing the importance of child-led play, Molly and I also discuss navigating hidden food allergens in play materials and how her programs strive to make a welcoming environment for anyone who wants to be involved. And now, let’s talk food allergies!



Connect with Molly:

Molly’s summer programming and services (and more play resources) can be found on her website: www.navigationplay.com.


Instragram: @navigationplay


Facebook: Navigation Play


Podcast: Navigation Play Podcast



Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:


Kids with Food Allergies (KFA): Rice Play Dough recipe
Potential Food Allergens in School Crafts & Supplies (KFA download guide)
KFA: Oobleck recipe with corn-free substitution
Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): handwashing poster download



Connect with Lisa:

Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online, almost everywhere that books are sold. Be a Food Allergy Helper! can help you feel more confident starting (or continuing) the conversation about food allergies with your family or classroom. And if you buy a digital download during the month of May, one hardcover book will be donated to the public library of your choice (within the continental United States). Learn more.


Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition


Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC


Blog: Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff, RDN


Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies





Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.



Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:


Music: Collin Braley


Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon


Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood





Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition

On this episode I am talking with Olive Phan, who illustrated my first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! In addition to sharing her creative process behind the artwork, Olive and I also discuss the importance of representation in food allergy books for children and the use of art in validating emotions and experiences. And now, let’s talk food allergies!

Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:

Be a Food Allergy Helper! by Lisa Woodruff and illustrated by Olive Phan

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Facts and Statistics

How to Donate a Food Allergy Children’s Book to a Library



Connect with Olive:

Instragram: @yazziewonphon

Website: www.yazziewonphon.com



Connect with Lisa:
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online, almost everywhere that books are sold. Be a Food Allergy Helper! can help you feel more confident starting (or continuing) the conversation about food allergies with your family or classroom. And if you buy a digital download during the month of May, one hardcover book will be donated to the public library of your choice (within the continental United States). Learn more.

Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff, RDN

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies


Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.

Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:

Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood



Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition

On this episode I am talking with Sarah Lauterbach, who helped inspire and support my journey to become a food allergy dietitian. She has taken an intentional stance to teach her young children how to understand food allergies and advocate for safe foods. In addition to sharing her daughter’s journey with food allergies, Sarah and I also talk about some of the struggles with introducing table foods in babies with (and without) food allergies. And now, let’s talk food allergies!

Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): ⁠www.foodallergy.org ⁠

⁠Find an Allergist search tool⁠

⁠FARE Trained Registered Dietitian search tool⁠



Kids with Food Allergies (KFA): ⁠Top food allergies download guides & chef cards⁠

Baby’s First: Reduce the Risk campaign from FARE: ⁠www.babysfirst.org⁠

⁠Assess Your Baby’s Risk for Certain Food Allergies⁠





Connect with Lisa Woodruff, RDN:

Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies


Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.

Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.

Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:

Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood



Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition

I've collected questions about food allergies from kids and families, and I've shared them with experts who can help me answer them. This episode is for YOU whether you have food allergies yourself or know someone that does. So, find a curious family member to listen with you and let's talk food allergies!



Connect with the experts on this episode:

A special thanks to all the experts that helped me answer your questions today. Here is how you can connect with them:


Dr. Farah Kahn on Instagram @Farah.khan.md
Ina Chung on Instagram @TheAsianAllergyMom
Katie and Lauren on Instagram @FoodAllergyMom
Katie Holl on Instagram @KatieHollCreative



Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode available at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/podcast/06. 



Connect with Lisa:

Lisa's first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books. 


Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies



Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anapylaxis Emergency Care Plan.



Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:


Music: Collin Braley
Cover art:  Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood

Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition

On this episode I chat with Katie and Lauren, also known as the Food Allergy Moms. Katie and Lauren started the Food Allergy Mom blog in early 2022 and quickly grew a community as The Food Allergy Moms on Instagram. They are passionate about providing support, ideas, and resources for moms raising littles with food allergies.



In addition to sharing how the Food Allergy Mom blog came to fruition, they share the importance of their friendship as well as prioritizing mental health amid life as food allergy parents. And now, let’s talk food allergies!



Connect with The Food Allergy Moms (Katie and Lauren):

The Food Allergy Moms’ list of Top 9 Resources for New Food Allergy Moms, in addition to many other helpful resources, can be found on their blog, Food Allergy Mom. A new post is shared every Tuesday morning.


Instagram: @thefoodallergymoms
Facebook: @FoodAllergyMom
Website: foodallergymom.com



Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Find a support group
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT): Find a support group or Start a support group
The Food Allergy Counselor: The Food Allergy Counselor Directory of allergy-informed therapists



Connect with Lisa:

Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies

Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books. 



Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.



Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:


Music: Collin Braley
Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood



Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition