Really missing the point
To those people who have commented/whined on this site about how inconvenient it is when your child's school goes nut-free. No, your rights are not being violated. The schools are trying to save lives. It is commendable! As a mom to a 4 yr old who's throat will close up if he accidently eats any kind of tree nut, I am thankful that we have caring people out there who are willing to put some safety measures in place. Oh, how terrible you have to make another kind of sandwich for your little one! I have to carry 2 epi-pens in my purse so I can hopefully get to my child in time if he eats a treenut. You have to just make a sunflower seed butter sandwich. Give me a break!
wow, i've been away & just read these. seems my post caused a bit of an uproar- i did post on wrong site & it was out of frustration that i chose my words poorly. my apologies for both. that said, my son does know to avoid nuts. i respectfully disagree w/ those who don't support schools limiting nut products (they cannot be banned completely b/c nut oils, etc. are in so many foods). if your child was proven to be allergic to something FATAL (not just causes a couple hives or makes your eyes water), i would be more than happy to help limit that exposure. my feeling is why not take an extra step for your neighbor & it does take a village. no more posts from me. i know that'll make many happy : ) again, sorry for making everyone upset. best.