Overview

• One in five parents say their child has been left off a party guest list because of their food allergies.
• Two thirds have overheard talk about parties their child was not invited to, and 84% of those believe dietary needs were the reason.
• Parents estimate an average of four missed parties per child due to allergy issues, and 34% report their child has been teased over an allergy.
• Forty percent think other parents are apprehensive about buying the wrong foods, with many expressing persistent safety concerns at parties.
• Sixty-seven percent pack allergy-safe snacks as a backup, most often fruit, vegetables and rice cakes, and many urge hosts to ask about needs in advance or avoid common allergens.