Chapter 18 - The Allergy Action Plan
To regain her peace of mind, Sarah decided to overhaul her approach to Lily's allergy. Relying on simple verbal warnings was no longer enough. She enlisted David's help to draft a comprehensive safety protocol for their home and any future gatherings.
They printed the plan and posted it on the refrigerator. It was a clear, non-negotiable set of rules:
* Total Nut Ban: No products manufactured in a facility that processes nuts are allowed inside the house.
* The Double-Check Rule: All incoming food must be read and verified by Sarah personally.
* Emergency Kits: EpiPens are now permanently stationed in the kitchen, Sarah’s purse, Lily’s backpack, and David’s house across the street.
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* No Unsupervised Snacks: Lily is only allowed to accept food directly from Sarah or her teachers.
Implementing these rules brought Sarah a profound sense of control. The anxiety that had gripped her chest since the incident finally began to loosen its hold.
