Allergy Kidz ware - Allergies

Personalized Epi Pen/ Anapen Bags

Julie Smith — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:07:47 GMT

Allergy Kidz ware’s most popular item Persoanlized Epi / Ana Pen Medicine Bags is now available in 4 colours! The ever popular red/black combination, royal blue/black, apple green/black or all black waist bag makes the perfect companion for preschoolers to adults. These stylish, durable and quality bags are the perfect accessory for anyone needing to carry various medications and wants their hands free.

Perfect for personal use for asthma or allergy sufferers or even for schools to use as a first aid bag on the playground, while on excursions or at various athletic carnivals.

Bag Features…

•Red, Blue or Apple Green front panel for high visibility
•Contrasting black panels to give a stylish look
•Adjustable belt to fit preschooler to adults
•Elastic bands to hold excess belt
•Small pouch containing a mesh drink bottle holder
•Quality zipper
•Large front flap for quick and easy access to medication
•Durable clasp allowing you the options to hang on a hook, wear over your shoulder, across your chest or around your waist
•Plenty of room inside the bag to hold various types of medication.
•Most importantly YOUR CHILD’S NAME EMBROIDERED ON THE FRONT and EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER on the back, ensuring it will never rub or fall off.

“When choosing a carry case make sure you select a medical bag that will not be mistaken for a pencil case and is clearly labeled with the person’s name and an emergency contact number for quick and easy identification.”

Size: 22W, 7D, 9H

Now available in: black/black, royal blue/black, apple green/black and the most popular red/black

Epi Pen OR Anapen?

Julie Smith — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:44:10 GMT

It seems allergy sufferers now have a choice when it comes to selecting their lifesaving instrument, Anapen OR epi pen? I’ve only ever used an epi pen with our son since that has been the only option until now. I’m familiar with it, I’ve worked hard to train family, friends and the school on how to use it. I’m a little worried about two different tools being offered with two very different processes. Obviously it’s a personal choice, but we can’t control a new enrollment at school and the possibility of two different pens being at the same school. Are we asking too much for teachers to be able to identify which pen they are holding and recall the process for two different pens in a life or death situation? We’ve worked so hard to get people to remember to take the grey cap off first, now they have to remember to remove two items and press a button!? I’d love to hear what you think about the different products. I’m not saying one is better than the other, they are just different. Join our online discussion

Here’s some information and sites of interest I found after a quick search…

Anapen is not given in the same way as EpiPen

Anapen requires a different administration technique to that of EpiPen. The Anapen autoinjector is triggered by depressing a red button with the thumb, whereas the EpiPen device is held mid-section — with the thumb and fingers forming a fist — and triggered by pressing firmly into the outer mid-thigh
To read more and see images click here

Anaphylaxis Australia Anapen training kits

Personalised Sun Smart Hats

Julie Smith — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:50:52 GMT

If you are a preschool and you’re looking to offer sun smart hats to your children, then look no further! Allergy Kidz ware is pleased to offer your school the opportunity to support your sun safe policy, raise a little money for your school, minimise your lost property box and assist your students to identify their name.

Please ensure all heads are measured prior to placing an order. Due to the customized feature we can not exchange or refund for incorrect sizing.

Infant head size – 50-48cm
Child head size – 54cm – 50cm

Each hat cost $15.00 (minimum order of 25) and the preschool receives 20% of funds.

Embroidery service is included in the costs. Embroidery consists of: first name only on the front of the hat, in white thread and in Kids font. See photos for examples We can embroider in all uppercase or a mix depending what your needs are.
Adding your chid’s name on their hat not only helps with any lost property issues but is also a valuable teaching aid when learning to identify and write their name.

Additional embroidery is available for the back of the hat where you may like to add a special messages such as " Food Allergy Alert" to remind staff, particularly casual staff, of any special needs. There is a small additional charge for this service, please contact us for a quote.

All you need to do is…

let your families know of this great offer,

organize the number of hats, colours and sizes required

complete order forms (we can organise to drop these off in living in the Picton-Penrith NSW area)

alternatively order online with full payment

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us as info@allergykidzware.com.au

Travelling with Food Allergies

Julie Smith — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:09:17 GMT

We have just returned from almost 7 weeks overseas. We took our 3 young children, including our son who is at risk of anaphylaxis to milk/dairy, egg, nuts and seafood, to the USA and Canada. I am pleased to report we made it through with not one reaction!!!!
Our trip started with the most remarkable experience at Mimi’s cafe in Anaheim, Disneyland. Over the last 7 years we have never eaten out as a family in a restaurant with our food allergic child prior to this holiday. I knew this trip would see me relinquishing that control and trust someone else to cook and feed my child. Our recent food challenge prior to leaving saw me a little nervous, seeing he reacted so aggressively to 1mL of milk. I contacted this particular restaurant ahead of time and when we arrived one of the chefs had been planning a ‘safe’ menu for our son. Let me tell you it wasn’t just any meal, it was a 5 star meal with incredible presentation and delicious dessert. Most chefs or restaurants don’t have the time or energy to devote to customers with such demanding diet restrictions but I was absolutely blown away at the positive energy ‘Chef Paul’ had when it came time to design a meal for our son. Each night the chef took us on a culinary tour of different states and countries, all with the omission of dairy/milk, egg, nuts and seafood. This restaurant was an absolute blessing for our family. The General Manager and Chef made our week at Disney unforgettable. Not only were they concerned about our son’s welfare but also determined to help his parents enjoy their week by making this ‘eating out’ burden easier. Let me tell you they achieved both very successfully. Our son was equally touched reminding us all that he had his “own chef”. We reminded him only in Disney where the magic comes alive and dreams are made of! It was the most exciting and spectacular time ever. This was the first time our family has ever sat down at a restaurant to eat a beautiful meal. They will never fully understand how touched we are by their time and generosity. Thank you Debbie and Paul!