I had so many questions when my baby girl was first diagnosed with food allergies.

This was my 2-year-old’s back during our first allergy test.

What do I do if she eats the wrong foods?  How do I keep other people from giving her the wrong foods? What are the signs that she may be going into anaphylaxis? Can we even afford an epipen?

And I did what most parents do, awake in the middle of the night with all of these questions in my head–I googled.

I learned that I’m not alone. I’ve found hundreds of websites from families who are also navigating the world of deadly food allergies and reactions.

From the dad who created an app to search for allergy-friendly restaurant menus to another family’s journey with celiac disease–their personal stories, strategies, and remedies leave me in thoughtful awe, aware of the love and endurance that goes into making sure that every crumb and forkful that goes into a child’s mouth won’t hurt them.

So if your child has been diagnosed with a food allergy or you’re looking for an allergy support, here’s my list of the Top 5 Food Allergy Blogs and websites that have been informative and helpful for my family.

Milk Allergy Mom

Jamie Kaufman blogs at milkallergymom.com about her 12-year journey as an “anaphylactic, desensitizing food allergy mom.” She’s created an expansive community of subscribers and food allergy advocates via Facebook Groups to offer families support, information, and resources. She also posts amazing dairy-and-egg-free recipes that will convince you and your child they’re not missing out on anything.

AllergyEats

Part blog, part restaurant guide, AllergyEats is handy to have when you’re searching for allergy-and-family-friendly restaurants. That was part of the struggle for the blog’s founder, Paul Antico–what to feed a family of seven, including three children with food allergies, when you’re always on the go.

The site allows you to search by city or zip code for accommodating eateries; reviews from parents offer great first-person realities for many of the restaurants. There’s an entire section for high-demand destinations like Walt Disney World and New York City and a list of dining out tips and questions to ask the chef. I’ve found AllergyEats to be indispensable when I want to plan a stress-free night out with the kids. They’ve recently added a free mobile app making it easier than ever to find restaurant allergy information.

FARE–Food Allergy Research & Education

Need a coupon to buy another epipen? Are you looking for official science and research-backed information about the latest allergy treatments? FARE is your go-to source, an organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life and health for people with food allergies and provide hope through the promise of new treatments. They’re on the front lines of food allergy research and treatment options. And their blog provides education and awareness tools, advocacy information, and frequently asked questions about food allergies.

Raising Jack With Celiac

After Jack was diagnosed with celiac disease at the age of 2, his mom, Kelly, wanted to create a blog where families could find support, information, and delicious recipes to encourage others to live a happy and healthy gluten-free lifestyle.

Raising Jack with Celiac chronicles the family’s journey since 2009–first Jack’s diagnosis, and his father’s diagnosis in 2012. For families starting out on their journey with celiac disease, the blog offers helpful information about testing, symptoms, and how to read labels to ensure you’re avoiding foods with gluten.

Kids With Food Allergies

If you’re looking for a comprehensive website that provides general information and community support around food allergies, then this blog is your jam.

Also known as KFA, the website and blog include food allergy recall information, educational videos, and webinars about food allergies. It’s also a great place to connect with other food allergy families and hear their success stories. And of course, there’s an online library of recipes worthy of a cookbook.

I hope this list helps your family find food allergy resources, information, and a supportive community. Because we’re all in this together.