Many of you may remember a few years ago, when Ethan had more food allergies (we were peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, and shellfish-free). We're so thankful to now be down to just a tree nut allergy. Still requires diligence, but it's a million times easier to fix dinner. Anyway, when I was in my 3rd trimester of pregnancy, I tried to cut down on the number of those foods I was eating. Then, for 5 months of nursing, I remained completely free of those foods. Although there was no conclusive research (and there still isn't), the allergist's belief was that avoidance of these foods on my part might prevent KB from developing the allergies as well.
All that hard work, and now the allergists are changing their mind. Still no conclusive research, but this is no longer recommended by most allergists. But it was such a concern for me at this point in the pregnancy. Nursing can bring on the hunger like you can't imagine, and with so many restrictions, I was very concerned about having food around that I could eat.
Thankfully, I have amazing friends. Really, really amazing. They brought me foods that Ethan & I could eat. While I was used to cooking that way, it's not easy, it is more costly, and it's really out of most people's comfort zones. I am convinced that bringing food to a new mom is one of the greatest gifts, but bringing food to someone with a restricted diet is especially great.
Do you know anyone who has a restricted diet? A while ago, I put together this list of helpful tips for bringing food to someone with a restricted diet. Your friend will be so grateful for the food, but I must also say that that friend will also have some concerns that you would not predict. If you are double-checked on ingredients, please don't be offended.
Hope it's helpful! I'm so thankful I don't have to deal with it this time around!!!
No comments:
Post a Comment