NestPod: Your Baby First Aid & Allergy Podcast

What Allergy Training Do Childcare Workers Actually Get? The Reality Every Parent Should KnowIf you're sending your child to daycare with food allergies, you need to know what training the staff actually receive. The answer might surprise (and concern) you. In this video, I'm pulling back the curtain on the mandatory allergy training requirements for childcare educators in Australia, not t...

You drop your child off at daycare after their food allergy diagnosis. You’ve provided action plans, EpiPens, gone through everything with staff. You drive away and the anxiety hits: Do they actually know what to do? Here’s the uncomfortable truth: childcare staff probably received less allergy training than you think. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what allergy training actually...

Food-Based Cream, Egg & Peanut Connection, Trace Reactions & Allergy vs Intolerance Today I’m sharing something special, a training that’s normally only available inside The Nest Allergy Membership. I wanted to give you a taste of the kind of evidence-based, practical content our members get access to every month. In this episode, I’m breaking down four topics that come up constantly in my inbox a...

When Tammy's son was diagnosed with severe food allergies and other medical conditions, she faced a problem millions of parents know too well: keeping life-saving medication accessible, organised, and actually with her child at all times. Nothing on the market worked. Backpacks were too bulky. Pouches didn't fit what she needed. Systems fell apart the moment they left home. So Tammy create...

Introducing common allergens to your baby is one of the most anxiety-inducing parts of starting solids - especially if you're worried about allergies or have a family history. When do you start? How much do you give? What if they have a reaction? When should you push forward with introduction and when should you stop? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Dr. Chai, a paediatric immunologi...

Your baby was just diagnosed with peanut allergy. You’re terrified. Then someone mentions “oral immunotherapy” and suddenly you have hope. But before you get too excited, I need to be really clear about what OIT is and what it isn’t. In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about oral immunotherapy - the medical treatment that’s giving families hope, but also creating a lot of confusion and un...

Food challenges can feel terrifying for allergy parents. The idea of intentionally giving your child a food they’re allergic to, in a controlled environment or not, goes against every protective instinct you have. But food challenges are also one of the most powerful tools in allergy management. They can open up foods your child might tolerate, end years of unnecessary avoidance, and give you defi...

Is it a rash? A red face? Vomiting? Swelling? It’s hard to know what’s normal and what’s an allergic reaction when your baby is trying new foods. In this bite-sized episode, I break down exactly what happens during an allergic reaction in babies, and what to do when it happens. As a paediatric nurse and allergy specialist, I’ve supported thousands of families through this. Here’s what I’ll walk yo...

Starting solids can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re told you should introduce egg, peanut, wheat and other allergy foods early… but no one tells you how. In this episode of NestPod, I walk you through exactly how to introduce common allergy foods to your baby, step by step, in a calm, realistic way that works even if you’re feeling anxious or unsure. As a paediatric nurse with 25+ years...

In this episode, Heidi Young, paediatric nurse and allergy specialist, shares a powerful observation from her recent time in the UK: food allergy awareness is built into everyday life. Restaurants routinely ask about allergies. Parents don’t have to explain or justify. Children don’t feel like “the problem.” Back in Australia, the experience is very different. Heidi unpacks: • Why food allergy sho...

Party season can be tough when food allergies are part of your family’s life. In this episode, I talk through: • What actually helps when hosting children with food allergies • How allergy parents can plan ahead without over-restricting • Why communication matters more than “perfect” food • How to stay calm in social settings where you don’t have full control This episode is for parents who want t...

Have you heard the advice to rub peanut butter or egg on your baby’s skin before feeding it to ‘test’ for allergies? It’s common advice. It’s well-meaning. But it’s wrong and potentially harmful. In this episode of NestPod, I explain why rubbing food on your baby’s skin isn’t just unhelpful, it can actually increase their risk of developing a food allergy. As a paediatric nurse and allergy special...

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...

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 paediatri...

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, follo...

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...

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...

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 awa...

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 ba...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...