In this episode of EpiPod, Danielle and Sarah dive into what it really means to be a food allergy advocate. From everyday conversations that spread awareness to joining national organizations that drive change, they explore both the small and big ways to make an impact. They share personal stories of how they’ve shown up for the food allergy community, plus practical tips for channeling anxiety and helplessness into something powerful and purposeful. Whether you have five minutes or five hours, you’ll walk away with real ideas, resources, and inspiration for becoming an advocate—even as a busy allergy parent.

Organizations to get involved with:

1.) Allergy & Asthma Network

2.) FARE

3.) Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team | FAACT

4.) Asthma & Allergy Foundation

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Why do so many healthcare professionals—nurses, ER doctors, even hospital teams—still miss key facts about food allergies and anaphylaxis? In this episode of EpiPod, Sarah and Danielle sit down with Dr. Maya Gharfeh to explore why gaps in clinical allergy knowledge persist and what’s being done to close them. Sarah shares a personal story about an ER doctor’s surprising misunderstanding of allergic reactions, while Dr. Gharfeh recalls the time she had to advocate for her patient to receive epinephrine inside the hospital itself. Plus, Dr. Gharfeh offers practical tips for patients and families on navigating moments of confusion or conflicting advice during emergencies.

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Think you know the truth about food allergies? In this episode of EpiPod, Sarah and Danielle break down the most common allergy myths they’ve heard—and set the record straight. From misconceptions about allergy testing to debates over which allergen is the “worst,” they cover it all with facts, real-life stories, and a dash of humor. You’ll hear how they’ve handled moments when people confidently share misinformation, plus practical tips for clearing up these myths in your own life.

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In this powerful and practical episode, Sarah and Danielle sit down with Tamara Hubbard, LCPC—better known online as The Food Allergy Counselor—to explore one of the trickiest parts of food allergy parenting: the gray areas.

From navigating anxiety and uncertainty to figuring out how to live a full, joyful life while staying safe, Tamara shares strategies that every allergy parent needs. She walks through real-life scenarios, offers grounding visuals, and even teaches Sarah and Danielle something new in real time.

Whether you're new to this journey or years in, this conversation is packed with empowering, actionable takeaways to help you and your family find more confidence in the chaos.

Click here to pre-order Tamara's new book 'May Contain Anxiety'

Follow Tamara on Instagram: @foodallergycounselor
Learn more: foodallergycounselor.com

🎧 Tune in and take a deep breath—you’re not alone.

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Sending your food-allergic child to daycare for the first time can feel terrifying—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of EpiPod, Sarah opens up about how she navigated that exact moment as an allergy mom, sharing the practical steps she took to prepare, communicate with caregivers, and advocate confidently for her child’s safety.

From crafting action plans and choosing the right daycare, to unexpected challenges and the tricks that worked, Sarah offers a real-world roadmap for families in the same boat. Danielle jumps in with the big questions every new allergy parent wants to ask—like “What if they don’t get it?” and “How do you trust someone else to keep your kid safe?”

Whether you're weeks away from drop-off or just thinking ahead, this episode is full of reassuring advice, emotional honesty, and hard-earned wisdom.

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In this episode of EpiPod, Sarah and Danielle dive deep into the world of cross contact—the often misunderstood and overlooked danger in managing food allergies. They share real-life stories of close calls that still make their hearts race, and open up about where they’ve learned to ease up over time… and where they never let their guard down.

From well-meaning friends who don’t quite “get it,” to the exhausting task of explaining why “just a little bit” isn’t safe, this episode is full of honesty, frustration, and solidarity. Whether you’re navigating this as a food allergy parent or living it yourself, you’ll walk away with validation, practical tips, and maybe even a few scripts to help you advocate for yourself.

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Music by Bryce Cain Band & other various artists

In this episode of EpiPod, Sarah and Danielle dig into listener-submitted questions and real-life sticky situations—many involving extended family who still don’t quite get what living with food allergies really means. From awkward family dinners to boundary-pushing relatives, they share their honest takes, get a little fired up, and even offer up their personal scripts for navigating tough conversations. Whether you’re nodding along or hearing a new perspective, this episode is full of validation, practical advice, and the reminder that you’re not alone in the mess of it all.

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In this episode of EpiPod, Sarah and Danielle dive into a topic many in the food allergy community know all too well: hypervigilance and burnout. Whether you're a food allergy parent like Sarah or someone living with allergies like Danielle, the constant awareness and responsibility can be exhausting.

They share real-life stories that highlight why food allergy life demands a heightened level of vigilance—but also explore the moments where anxiety can tip the scales, leading to unnecessary stress. You'll hear how they've both worked through burnout, what warning signs they now watch for, and the practical, real-life strategies they use to stay grounded without letting their guard down completely.

If you've ever felt like you're running on empty while trying to keep everyone safe, this episode is a reminder: you’re not alone—and there is a way to breathe again.

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In this episode of EpiPod, we're diving into everything you'd want to know about neffy with Dr. Nicole Chase. She is an MD out of Minneapolis who is board-certified in Allergy, Immunology and Pediatrics.

It's so exciting to finally have new research and tools rolling out in the allergy world, but changing up your family's emergency allergy action plan with a new medication naturally bubbles up a deluge of questions... and maybe even some uncertainty!

What is the science behind how a needless device delivers epinephrine during anaphylaxis? What are the guidelines for weight, age, temperature and dosage? Will this be more affordable than an auto-injector? Why are some practices embracing it and others urging patients and parents to stick with the autoinjector program?

Dr. Chase answers all of these and more... and doesn't shy away from any of the gray area as she tackles all of our questions head-on. Whether you're a parent or have an allergy yourself, you're going to want to stick around for the hope Dr. Chase offers about the future of allergy treatment (spoiler... keep the Kleenex handy!)

neffy ⁠Prescribing Information⁠

neffy ⁠Action Plan⁠

Speak with your healthcare provider about neffy and see neffy's important safety information at ⁠www.neffy.com⁠.

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In this lively episode of EpiPod, Danielle and Sarah dive into the wild world of summer adventures with food allergies in tow. From navigating the hurdles of summer day camps and sleepaway camps to managing road trips and rising temps, they’re covering it all.

Danielle shares personal stories from camp mishaps & self-advocacy wins, while Sarah dishes out practical tips on prepping for road trips and safely signing up her son for camps last summer. Of course, it wouldn’t be EpiPod without a few detours and plenty of laughter along the way.

You're in for real talk, useful hacks, and the reminder that a fun summer is possible — even with allergies in the mix.

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