Rebecca Greene | Episode 62

Rebecca Greene is an author, licensed social worker, and food allergy awareness advocate.  She writes inspiring stories to empower children and help them overcome challenges.  In this episode, Rebecca shares her son’s food allergy journey and the anxiety that overwhelmed her. We also get to hear about how she found inspiration in writing a picture book series with an important central theme: allergies! A discussion ensues between Rebecca and Shandee about the mental health aspects of having food allergies or having a loved one that does. Rebeca offers helpful coping mechanisms. She also provides recommendations for conversations with school personnel and pediatricians or allergists.  Rebecca talks about her book series and the need to be realistic, entertaining, and uplifting in her writings.e