Halloween Allergy & Asthma Hacks: An Allergist's Guide for Parents

Send us Fan MailHalloween Allergy Hacks: A Parent's Guide to a Safe & Fun Spooky SeasonSpooky season should be fun, not frightening because of allergies! From candy swaps to costume hacks, your bestie allergist moms are here to help you make Halloween safe, inclusive, and stress-free.In this fun and practical episode of Allergy Actually, Dr. Kara Wada, Dr. Amber Patterson, and Dr. Meagan Shepherd share their top tricks and treats for navigating the holiday. They cover everything from the life-saving Teal Pumpkin Project to the hidden dangers in different-sized candies that every food allergy parent needs to know about.Whether you're managing food allergies, asthma triggers from foggy nights and campfires, or eczema flare-ups from costumes, this episode is your ultimate survival guide. Learn how to prepare, what to watch out for, and how to empower your child to have a fantastic and safe Halloween.EPISODE IN A GLANCE02:22 The Teal Pumpkin Project: Making Halloween Inclusive04:29 The Hidden Danger: Why Candy Labels Change with Size09:03 Managing Asthma & Eczema Triggers on Halloween Night10:42 Pro Tips: Where to Keep Epinephrine & The "Candy Swap"14:25 Navigating Classroom Parties & Empowering Your ChildWRITE A PODCAST REVIEWSEND US A [email protected] HOSTSKARA WADA, MDDr. Kara Wada is a quadruple board-certified physician in allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine, and founder of the Immune Confident Institute. As a Sjogren’s patient and life coach, she combines modern medicine with lifestyle and mindset practices to help patients harness their body's ability to heal.WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookYoutubeTikTokAMBER PATTERSON, MDDr. Amber Patterson is a world-renowned allergy and immunology expert pioneering the future of immunotherapy. As the U.S. ambassador for ILIT™ Protocol (a 3-injection allergy shot protocol), she is redefining allergy care through her practice, Auni Allergy®, and the groundbreaking Auni® ILIT™ Learning Network.WebsiteInstagramInstagramFacebookYoutubeMEAGAN SHEPHERD, MDDr. Meagan Shepherd is a board-certified allergist and immunologist with nearly 15 years of experience specializing in advanced immunotherapy. She is known for her practical, evidence-based approach and her unique focus on "allergy-conscious living"—designing homes, habits, and lifestyles that improve her patients' quality of life.InstagramFacebook