International FPIES Association (I-FPIES)

I honestly don't know where we would be without this organization. I can directly attest our recent success with our FPIES daughter to the valuable information we learned at the FPIES conference last year. For a condition that I always considered to be so gray, attending the conferencing and listening to the doctors really made things very black & white for me. I left the conference with a renewed sense of hope and a plan of action. We have recently outgrown FPIES and I couldn't be more appreciative of this organization for their immense support and valuable resources during our journey. Thank you, thank you, a million times thank you!

This foundation helped to give us support in many ways. Initially it was a great resource for medical-based information regarding this rare disease however I soon realized it also offered a huge amount of emotional support too. I was lucky enough to be asked to be part of the organization and now I help offer support and advocacy to many others traveling this FPIES road. I-FPIES has truly been a blessing in our lives.

This organization has been a source of information, strength, and sanity for my family! My nephew has FPIES, as a result my sister and brother in law found themselves in an unknown world where even the best doctors had little helpful advice to offer. Finding other parents and friends who could understand and relate to what they deal with on a daily basis has been incredibly helpful for everyone. With this rare disease, parents are often far more the "experts" than the medical community and having a place to ask questions and receive advice is invaluable. Highly recommend!!!

These are the caped crusaders of the FPIES world. I can't believe the difference this organization has made in a few years. When I started this journey 4 years ago there were very few resources for doctors and none geared toward parents. Now this community has the voice of action that it needed. Because of I-FPIES, this condition is finally getting its diagnosis code, guidelines, research, and resources on every aspect of FPIES. I am confident that this organization will solve the puzzle and find the answers that families need so desperately!

I was using this as a resource for one of my friends to learn more about the disease. Lots of excellent, up to date information.

The information offered and the ease of access to reputable references makes I-FPIES an invaluable non-profit.

I have never witnessed a nonprofit do so many wonderful things in a short period of time. This organization is trustworthy, reliable, and loyal to the FPIES community. I am so impressed with their leadership and skills. Their ability to organize doctors, parents, children, and the community at large is amazing!!!! I recommend this resource to anyone who has contact with a FPIES child or adult.

When my daughter was diagnosed with FPIES at four weeks old, my husband and I had nowhere to turn to. I-FPIES was the only place where we could educate ourselves and others with the added reassurance that the information we were looking at was legitimate and overseen by medical professionals.

The care packet that they provide took away so much of the anxiety that came with trying to organize our daughters medical history and care instructions for caregivers - I consider it an absolute essential for any parents with FPIES children.

Thank-you so much I-FPIES, the world is a little less lonely for our family in this trying time.

Kay from NZ.

My two year old son has FPIES and reacts to 7 foods (dairy, soy, rice, oat, eggs, shellfish, and coconut). There are far fewer resources available for parents who are caring for FPIES children but I-FPIES has them all in one place. They have organized everything in a way that is easy to navigate, even when you haven't slept in days and feel like you don't know which way is up anymore. Their commit to FPIES is amazing. More importantly, they are huge advocates for awareness and research. The most useful things for families is for the medical community to know what FPIES is and how to treat it. They work very hard to spread information about FPIES as well as support research so that more can be learned and understood about this rare disease.

It’s nice to know that while we’re fighting our FPIES battle at home, I-FPIES is out there trying to make a difference for FPIES kids. It seems like they always have new resources to share, new research from their doctors, or blog posts that just make me feel like I’m not alone in this. We recently made a donation (which was matched by my husband’s company!), and I encourage anyone effected by FPIES to support the great work this organization is doing.

I have a daughter with FPIES who was diagnosed in 2010. I truly felt lost trying to find my way through this diagnosis. I felt very lonely and had very little resources.
Since attending the IAFFPE conference last year I have been overwhelmed by the knowledge and support that this organization can and is willing to supply to our community.
It is truly a turning point for this condition to have an organization that is leading the way and providing such a wonderful and needed resource to parents.

Great nonprofit doing real work to move the needle and get FPIES noticed as the very real but rare disorder that it is. As a mom of an FPIES child, it's very easy to be consumed with fear of foods and everyday situations involving food, and of course trialing new foods. I appreciate that IAFFPE presents the facts and focuses the support for families on how to live confidently with FPIES rather than live in fear. My only hope going forward is that this wonderful organization can persuade doctors and hospitals to focus their own research dollars on FPIES to understand it better and provide real treatment for families in the future.

With a daughter currently outgrowing FPIES (yay!), IAFFPE was where I first found the folks in the world who knew my story too! And in a season where things were mostly cloudy and confusing, having access to tools and resources to accompany our journey we're most beneficial. I printed out the PDFS, stuffed them in a manila folder and stashed them in our diaper bag - leaving me with a peace of mind knowing I had everything we - my family, our doctors, or babysitters - needed in case of a reaction! Now, serving alongside a team of individuals who care deeply about FPIES and its effects on every day living - I'm committed to helping others who are just beginning their journey.

I have to say that I am beyond impressed by this organization. I just got back from the FPIES Education Conference they hosted and it was an incredible experience. I was floored by all their doing to help families. The conference answered so many of the questions I had. We just got diagnosed FPIES a few months ago and I was overwhelmed by all the info out there--didn't know where to start. I got to spend an entire day learning about FPIES, asking questions, and meeting other parents. I am SO grateful for the opportunity. The moms who run this organization are amazing, selfless women. The doctors are all so driven and compassionate to help our kids (I wish we had doctors like this where I live -- I wanted to pack one in my suitcase to take home!). If I could give 10 stars to IAFFPE, I would -- they are going to change the world for FPIES kiddos.

The IAFFPE is really good at getting noticed but I find them slightly dismissive of families that don't fit their preconceived notion of what "FPIES" is. FPIES is a very rare allergy affecting babies who can't speak for themselves. It is tough to get doctor's to help and for a child who suffers chronic versus acute fpies, diagnosis can be a long time coming. I reached out to the IAFFPE for help and they got right back to me, which was awesome. But, when my child didn't exhibit symptoms like their kids did I wasn't given much guidance. It's not that they dismissed my concerns, but rather that it seemed helping my kid didn't further their own agenda. I also feel like they do an awful lot of self congratulating and if you are not part of the CHOP (children's hospital of pennsylvania) community then you're not part of the "in-crowd." too political for my taste which is too bad, because they do a good job of at least gettting people to talk about FPIES.

As grandparents of 2 boys with FPIES, we have seen how difficult it has been for our daughter and son in law to deal with a condition about which so little is known. IAFFPE has been a significant resouce in providing information, support and hope to our family and many others.

The IAFFPE has been an amazing source of FPIES knowledge and help for our family. Our son was diagnosed with FPIES in July 2013 at the age of 2. It was because of the IAFFPE that we were able to find a doctor who was knowledgeable in diagnosing and treating our son. Their efforts to support not only the patient but also the parents is so wonderful! We would be lost without the ER letter, web videos, and other resourceful information. It is so difficult to explain FPIES to our local doctors, friends, and family at times. The IAFFPE is a safe, reliable, and accurate beacon of hope for us to turn to... Thank you Fallon Schultz and all other members of the IAFFPE for all your hard work and dedication to the FPIES families across the US and worldwide!

When I was first asked to be a board member for IAFFPE there was not much that I knew about FPIES. I was asked to join by my good friend Fallon because she felt my degree in Public Health would be beneficial to both the board and the organization. For me personally being on this board for the past year has been such a fulfilling and rewarding experience in my life. IAFFPE has taught me so much about FPIES. I have seen first hand what these families truly struggle with on a daily basis. I have seen the joy from the families over getting more exposure about FPIES in magazines and television shows. I have also seen the joy and satisfaction of getting a ICD Code and the significance it has on the families and parents who are working hard to get this disease recognized. This has been an amazing experience for me and I cannot wait to see what IAFFPE does next.

I knew nothing about FPIES before I found the IAFFPE website one night when I was searching the internet for answers to my daughter's symptoms. If it weren't for IAFFPE, I would not have known what was wrong with my daughter and then to contact Children's Hospital of Philadelphia! Wonderful organization that I am proud to support!

IAFFPE has done amazing work in the field. It represents the true national and international leader in the field. IT has promoted awareness and education. Many providers use this organization as to the go place for information.

When our son was first diagnosed there was not a reliable support group to reach out to, there was not a diagnosis code, or a consensus. I felt lost and very alone in the battle of FPIES, but after IAFFPE started and I was able to dedicate my time and energy to volunteering with the group it has made our family feel like we are doing something for all the kids out there now and in the future with FPIES. I can feel good that newly diagnosed children and families have reliable information and support, as well as the physicians out there looking to help their patients. I will continue to dedicate time and energy even though my son is showing signs of growing out of FPIES. It is amazing to see the strides in the past two years, and to hope for what we can change in the future, I can't wait to spend more time with all that volunteer and work for IAFFPE!

As a mom of an older child with FPIES, IAFFPE has been an amazing support for us! Even though we are over the days of trialing many foods, trying to add new foods to our diet, finding doctors who will listen, and the other things you go through early on...IAFFPE is here for us that have been on the long haul! They have ongoing research and education for all of us! Thank you!

Volunteering for IAFFPE has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. The stress and uncertainty of caring for two boys with FPIES often makes me feel powerless. IAFFPE has given me an outlet to feel empowered; I can make a difference. Over the past two years, I have devoted my time as a board member and a fundraiser. I work alongside an amazing, resilient group of women -- all moms to children with FPIES. I have been touched by the passion and compassion that the physicians on IAFFPE's Medical Advisory Board have for helping children like mine. I have been awestruck by all that IAFFPE has accomplished in the past two years and am so humbled to be part of what lies ahead. Whether you're considering a donation, volunteering your time, or are searching for resources/support for your FPIES child, I can't recommend IAFFPE highly enough.

IAFFPE has gone above and beyond in helping me to fully understand my children's diagnosis. They have sent literature to me to help educate their school as well as contacted our local doctors and emergency rooms to educate them as well.

IAFFPE is an extraordinary resource for families learning about and coming to terms with an FPIES diagnosis. Change that. In my own experience, IAFFPE was one of the major reasons my son RECEIVED a diagnosis- certainly his well-intentioned and well-read pediatrician did not identify the condition, though he lost weight beginning at 6 months of age. Without IAFFPE we would not have found our way to competent specialists, a supportive network of peer mom and dads coping with FPIES, or some of the very helpful practical ideas for how to approach the food trials we received there. We would have tried and failed more foods and would not be able, as we are now, at 2 1/4 to say we have made it to allergy-free. We have our son's health and our family life back because of all the rapid intervention that IAFFPE helped make possible.

IAFFPE has been so helpful in the FPIES journey. It is a place I can go to for information, support, and a virtual hug. IAFFPE has helped me through the darkest hours and helped us celebrate our daughter's successes.

When I first had my daughter I was very nervous to try foods for the first time because both my husband and I have several food allergies. She has very sensitive skin so we were warned she may have some other allergies as well. What I didn't know was there's other types of allergies and how they can manifest in my child. When we saw reactions of vomiting repeatably from chicken and oatmeal we were terrified.. our daughter would go from happy smiling baby to screaming, uncomfortable, dry heaving, and passing out. Our doctor suspected the flu every single time. However mommy instincts knew it was something more so we avoided those foods completely. Then upon my own research I discovered FPIES, and that's when I stumbled upon IAFFPE. I cannot explain how much the IAFFPE has helped our family. From guidelines, doctor recommendations, an ER letter, and even to helping our doctor understand we weren't crazy. Thanks to IAFFPE we were able to find the doctors for our pediatrician to refer us for our daughter. The people behind IAFFPE are extremely kind and helpful - they're always available to answer any questions and lead you to the best treatment for your child.

Helpful information on something I knew nothing about. I now have great knowledge of Food Protein Enterocolitis because of this Non-Profit. Thank you.

This group has been so instrumental in the care of my daughter. The founder of this non-profit helped me find the best medical care, as well as offering emotional support when our local pediatricians were just learning about FPIES. Since my daughter's diagnosis, over 3 years ago, her pediatrician said he has gone from not knowing about FPIES to hearing about it often. That is due to the power of this group, which has been spreading awareness. I am most grateful to IAFFPE and will alway be indebted. Thank you.

This is the only place I have been able to find help for my child. I Direct all doctors this website. They have a knowledgeable team of medical doctors on their advisory board ,I feel like I'm in good hands.