Babies can’t say “my throat feels funny” or “my tongue is tingling”…

so allergic reactions in infants often look completely different from what you see on the ASCIA Action Plan.

In this 9-minute episode, I break down the real-life, baby-specific signs and symptoms of allergic reactions, from mild to severe, so you know exactly what to look for, what’s normal, and what needs action.

As a paediatric allergy nurse of 25 years, I’ve supported thousands of families through the confusion of food allergies. And one thing I know for sure?

Most parents miss early signs… not because they’re careless, but because babies simply can’t communicate what’s happening.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

🤱🏼 How allergic reactions present differently in babies

👀 The subtle behavioural changes that often appear before visible symptoms

⚠️ What ASCIA’s “mild/moderate” vs “severe” actually look like in a young child

🫁 When to watch closely, and when to act fast

🍼 Why understanding these signs bring calm and confidence

Whether your baby has reacted before, you’re about to start allergens, or you’re simply feeling overwhelmed by the “what ifs”, this episode will give you clarity you can’t get from Google.

▶ Want my free Quick-Reference Allergy Kit for parents?

Comment QUICK or download it here: thenestcpr.systeme.io/reaction-guide

▶ Need ongoing support?

Join The Nest Food Allergy Membership for nurse-led guidance, community, and daily answers you can trust. Learn more here 👉🏼 thenestcpr.systeme.io/the-nest-allergy-membership

In this episode of the NestPod we talk about one of my most FAQ’s, Is my baby choking… or just gagging?

It’s one of the scariest questions a parent can face, especially when you’re starting solids and every sound makes your heart race. In this episode of NestPod, I break down the difference between choking and gagging in a way that actually makes sense (and helps you breathe again).

As a paediatric nurse, allergy specialist, and mum of two, I’ll walk you through what’s normal, what’s not, and what to do if the worst ever happens.

🩵 You’ll learn:

• What gagging really looks like (and why it’s protective)

• The silent signs of true choking

• who to listen to!

• One calming phrase to repeat when panic sets in

Parents shouldn’t be relying on luck. They should feel confident, calm, and equipped to handle the worst, even on three hours of sleep.

That’s why I started The Nest. It’s why I teach baby first aid. And it’s why I’m so passionate about helping you introduce allergy foods safely, without fear or guesswork.

🩵 If this story resonates with you, or if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by first aid, choking risks, allergic reactions, or just feeding your baby, you’re in the right place.

🎓 Take the $9 Essential Safety for Parents Course

Prevent choking and allergic reactions with this quick, practical, nurse-led class:

👉🏼 https://thenestcpr.systeme.io/essential-safety-parents

📘 Grab the FREE Weaning Safety Bundle

Includes our choking first aid guide, top 9 allergy foods list, and allergy tracker:

👉🏼 http://thenestcpr.systeme.io/bundle-optin

🥦 Get our FREE First Foods guide which tells you how to Prep those first 20 foods for safety & if they are higher risk allergy foods.

👉🏼 http://thenestcpr.systeme.io/firstfoods

Here is the Choking vs Gagging blog post I talked about 👉🏼 https://thefirstaidnest.com.au/2022/03/24/baby-gagging/

🎥 Want the full step-by-step system?

Check out The NEST Method — everything I wish every parent knew about safe weaning, choking, and allergy food intro:

👉🏼 https://thenestcpr.systeme.io/thenestmethod

📱 Follow along for more tips & support:

Instagram → @thenestcpr

TikTok → @thenestcpr

In this very first episode back after a long break of NestPod, I share the moment that changed everything, the day I saved a six-month-old baby who was choking in a park.

As a paediatric nurse and allergy specialist, I thought I’d seen it all. But nothing prepares you for performing choking first aid on a real baby, in front of a panicked parent, knowing every second counts. That experience, followed by a second incident with a 2.5-year-old in Chargrill Charlie’s was the moment I knew something had to change.

Parents shouldn’t be relying on luck. They should feel confident, calm, and equipped to handle the worst, even on three hours of sleep.

That’s why I started The Nest. It’s why I teach baby first aid. And it’s why I’m so passionate about helping you introduce allergy foods safely, without fear or guesswork.

🩵 If this story resonates with you, or if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by choking risks, allergic reactions, or just feeding your baby — you’re in the right place.

🎓 Take the $9 Essential Safety for Parents Course

Prevent choking and allergic reactions with this quick, practical, nurse-led class:

👉🏼 https://thenestcpr.systeme.io/essential-safety-parents

📘 Grab the FREE Weaning Safety Bundle

Includes our choking first aid guide, top 9 allergy foods list, and allergy tracker:

👉🏼 http://thenestcpr.systeme.io/bundle-optin

🎥 Want the full step-by-step system?

Check out The NEST Method — everything I wish every parent knew about safe weaning, choking, and allergy food intro:

👉🏼 https://thenestcpr.systeme.io/thenestmethod

📱 Follow along for more tips & support:

Instagram → @thenestcpr

TikTok → @thenestcpr

In todays podcast, I talk about my birth story, which was not the smooth journey i hoped for. Blindness, ice cubes, emergency procedures and pre-eclampsia was not on the list of things I expected when it came to having my baby.

Ultimately, we were all well and safe but this did not stop the crippling anxiey I had about leaving the hospital after 8 days and the parental anxiety I work to keep at bay everyday.

Listen to my story and why I started The Nest, Kids CPR & Allergy.

As ever follow us over @thenestcpr on instagram for all our up to date news and let us know if you have any questions about dustmite or childhood allergy!

Here are some further resources you might enjoy!

{FREE} Your Virtual First Aid Kit – https://thenestcpr.kartra.com/page/firstaid

{FREE} A Journey Through Food challenge PDF – https://thenestcpr.kartra.com/page/food_challenge_PDF

Book a baby & child first aid class – https://www.thenestcpr.com/book

The Nest CPR & Allergy Flock FB Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenestcpr

Online Baby & Child First Aid – https://thenestcpr.com/product/online/

Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thenestcpr and

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thenestcpr

Keep in touch and email us with any queries!childhood

Get clear and educated about all things child health, first aid and food allergies with The Nest, Kids CPR & Allergies.

Our mission to to help parents cut through the clutter of anxiety and worry when it comes to their child's health and wellbeing. We want you to trust yourself, know that you have all the tools in your nest to keep your child safe and well, so you can stop googling, and coming away more confused than when you started, you have landed in our well feathered nest and we've got your back, mum, every step of the way!

Here are some further resources you might enjoy!

{FREE} Your Virtual First Aid Kit – https://thenestcpr.kartra.com/page/firstaid

Book a baby & child first aid class – https://www.thenestcpr.com/book

The Nest CPR & Allergy Flock FB Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenestcpr

The Nest Allergy Membership – https://www.thenestcpr.com/allergy-membership

Online Baby & Child First Aid – https://thenestcpr.com/product/online/

Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thenestcpr and

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thenestcpr

Keep in touch and email us with any queries!

Get clear and educated about all things child health, first aid and food allergies with The Nest, Kids CPR & Allergies.

Our mission to to help parents cut through the clutter of anxiety and worry when it comes to their child's health and wellbeing. We want you to trust yourself, know that you have all the tools in your nest to keep your child safe and well, so you can stop googling, and coming away more confused than when you started, you have landed in our well feathered nest and we've got your back, mum, every step of the way!

Here are some further resources you might enjoy!

{FREE} Your Virtual First Aid Kit – https://thenestcpr.kartra.com/page/firstaid

Book a baby & child first aid class – https://www.thenestcpr.com/book

The Nest CPR & Allergy Flock FB Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenestcpr

The Nest Allergy Membership – https://www.thenestcpr.com/allergy-membership

Online Baby & Child First Aid – https://thenestcpr.com/product/online/

Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thenestcpr and

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thenestcpr

Keep in touch and email us with any queries!

Get clear and educated about all things child health, first aid and food allergies with The Nest, Kids CPR & Allergies.

Our mission to to help parents cut through the clutter of anxiety and worry when it comes to their child's health and wellbeing. We want you to trust yourself, know that you have all the tools in your nest to keep your child safe and well, so you can stop googling, and coming away more confused than when you started, you have landed in our well feathered nest and we've got your back, mum, every step of the way!

Here are some further resources you might enjoy!

{FREE} Your Virtual First Aid Kit – https://thenestcpr.kartra.com/page/firstaid

Book a baby & child first aid class – https://www.thenestcpr.com/book

The Nest CPR & Allergy Flock FB Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenestcpr

The Nest Allergy Membership – https://www.thenestcpr.com/allergy-membership

Online Baby & Child First Aid – https://thenestcpr.com/product/online/

Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thenestcpr and

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thenestcpr

Keep in touch and email us with any queries!