Allergy Aware First Foods

Feel confident introducing allergens without the fear

You know early allergen introduction is important. But knowing what to do and feeling confident enough to actually do it are often two very different things.

If you've found yourself delaying introductions, second-guessing every decision, or feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, you're not alone.

This course has been created by Dr Karen Murphy, Clinical Psychologist, and Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian, to give you both the practical guidance and emotional support needed to introduce allergens safely, confidently, and with less stress.

In this course, you'll learn:

• How to introduce common allergens safely and confidently

• What the latest evidence says about early allergen introduction

• Step-by-step strategies for introducing and maintaining allergens in your baby's diet

• How to recognise and manage common fears and worries around feeding

• The principles of responsive feeding and why they matter

• How your expectations and emotions can influence mealtimes

• Practical tools to reduce anxiety and build confidence

• How to create positive, pressure-free feeding experiences

The important changes this course will help create:

• Move from anxiety and avoidance to confident action

• Feel more prepared and in control during allergen introductions

• Reduce mealtime stress for both you and your baby

• Build trust in your ability to make feeding decisions

• Create a more positive relationship with food from the very beginning

• Feel empowered by evidence-based knowledge rather than overwhelmed by uncertainty

How this will make life better:

• Less Googling and second-guessing

• Less fear around introducing new foods

• More confidence at mealtimes

• More enjoyment and connection during feeding

• A clear plan to follow instead of feeling stuck

• Greater peace of mind knowing you're taking informed, practical steps

Why take this course now?

There is a key window during infancy when introducing allergens is recommended. The longer fear and uncertainty keep you stuck, the more stressful the process can feel.

This course gives you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take action now—so you can stop worrying about what you should be doing and start feeling confident about what you can do.

What might you miss if you don't?

Without the right support, many parents:

• Delay introducing allergens because of fear

• Feel overwhelmed by conflicting information

• Carry unnecessary stress into mealtimes

• Miss the opportunity to build confidence early in their feeding journey

You don't have to navigate this alone.

Join us and gain the expert guidance, practical support, and reassurance you need to introduce allergens with confidence.