https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:25:24 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820307 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:48:16 +0000 lady grey 1820307@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@swedishfish: aahh, I see, that makes sense. Just didn't want the allergist to get you to put off testing if you really wanted to get it done! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820298 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:40:33 +0000 swedishfish 1820298@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Seattlemom: my LO has been through a lot in her 13.5 months so I'd rather wait too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820292 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:35:30 +0000 lady grey 1820292@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I haven't used either but that is such a strange comment from the allergist about waiting on the blood draw. I work at a pediatric hospital and a 2 year old is not going to like getting a poke and more then a 14 mo old. You will have to hold her down either way unless you want to wait until shes like 6 or 7! I would go ahead and get the testing done if you want it, that just not a very convincing reason to wait! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820273 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:11:15 +0000 wheres_c 1820273@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>never heard of the AuvIQ. We have an Epi pen that we keep at home and one that stays at daycare.<br /> He has an egg allergy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820271 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:10:02 +0000 swedishfish 1820271@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Vegmama: I don't think you could get a prescription for one unless your LO has had some sort of reaction (DD has had hives from at least two foods or irritants). But you could ask your doctor. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820255 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:49:18 +0000 Vegmama 1820255@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Do you think it's important to have them in hand if your LO has never had a reaction? My daughter is 7 months, and we are just starting food. I've often wondered if a first reaction (to food or bees) would warrant a pen? Or, is this something you realize, then keep a pen on hand for next time? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820253 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:46:49 +0000 yin 1820253@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have both and have used the AuviQ on DS1 after having a reaction to peanuts. When you're in the moment, having a device that can walk you through the process is so helpful. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820201 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:48:33 +0000 Ocean girl 1820201@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Jacks: @swedishfish: thanks for clarifying! :) it's scary stuff! We have to carry a rescue med for DD b/c she had two afebrile seizures this spring, and is at risk of having more. I have such a hard time entrusting someone else with the responsibility of using her medication. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820180 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:33:05 +0000 swedishfish 1820180@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ocean girl: we went to an allergist because our 13.5 month old has had skin reactions to eggs and something we haven't identified yet (both times she's been around the same 3 things). We will get blood tests done when she's at least 2 years old. </p> <p>But we are carrying an EpiPen because DH's grandfather has a severe shellfish allergy. The allergist suggested it because LO has had skin reactions to foods and there's a severe allergy in the family. It's a just in case tool that we hopefully will not need because we are waiting for the blood testing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820172 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:24:07 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 1820172@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ocean girl: our older daughter has life threatening but allergies. She's already had several episodes of anaphylaxis. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820153 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 11:55:04 +0000 Ocean girl 1820153@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Really stupid FTM question - for those above who carry one of these rescue meds, is it because your LO has a known allergy and there is concern that there could be an anaphylaxic event in the future or is it a precaution thing in case they react to a new food or get stung by something they are allergic to?</p> <p>I carry an epipen due to a wasp allergy, but thankfully have never had to use it. I'm so paranoid that DD will have the same allergy! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820148 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 11:47:44 +0000 erwoo 1820148@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have both. I leave the Auvi Q at home with our helper and I bring the Epi pen with us when we go out. Just so we don't' have to keep moving that one set around. I'm sure w'ell have to get more when he starts school... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820144 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 11:43:17 +0000 Adira 1820144@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have EpiPens for Xander. We keep one at his daycare and one in our diaper bag. Whenever someone is going to watch him, I bring out the EpiPen trainer and have them practice with it so they feel comfortable using the EpiPen if needed. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820126 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 11:05:16 +0000 teamjse 1820126@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have both, Auvi Q is not covered by our insurance so we just pay for it out of pocket. We carry it with lo's diapers. At home we have epi pens. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820124 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 11:02:34 +0000 Mrs. Jacks 1820124@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We got coupons for the new system, but had just bought four epi pens, so we held off on buying anything new. Next time we will fill with the new system-- not so much for me, but for our school providers. So far they haven't had to use it yet, but she has had two skin reactions at school, so it's a matter of when, not if, I think. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820113 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:40:35 +0000 swedishfish 1820113@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PermaStudent: yes, I'll have to check with my mom. She was at the appointment with me and LO. There's always a chance that I misunderstood. :wink: but I'm not feeling very confident in the doctor at the moment. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820112 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:38:34 +0000 Synchronicity 1820112@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@swedishfish: that does seem like a strange thing to get wrong! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820106 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:27:17 +0000 swedishfish 1820106@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PermaStudent: Auvi Q does have a needle...hmmm, maybe I should find a new allergist when it's time to go back. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820099 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:22:33 +0000 Mrs. Taco 1820099@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@swedishfish: We have the Epi Pen, originally I would have preferred the AuviQ but it wasn't covered.</p> <p>I felt comfortable with the EpiPen trainer as a training tool. I also watched videos and do the same for anyone who cares for R.</p> <p>We've had to give it before and it works just as explained (just add it 5,000x more stress than when you 'administer' the trainer!). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820097 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:18:34 +0000 Synchronicity 1820097@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@swedishfish: Hmmm.... as far as I'm aware it does, but the needle automatically retracts which is also good. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820096 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:17:35 +0000 swedishfish 1820096@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PermaStudent: oh, the allergist said it didn't. Strange. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820095 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:15:25 +0000 Synchronicity 1820095@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@swedishfish: Auvi-Q still has a needle; I think the big difference is that it talks you through the process, which is fantastic. We carry both for one of the LOs I nanny, but they tend to leave the Auvi-Q with him for birthday parties or similar places where people might not know how to use the EpiPen. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820083 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 09:52:17 +0000 swedishfish 1820083@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@ladybee: it's a talking EpiPen that uses compressed air to deliver the medication instead of a needle. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820034 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 08:20:32 +0000 ladybee 1820034@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have Epipens. I have to go to daycare before he can start and train everyone who will be around him. I don't have it stressful because of the trainers. I don't have a clue with AuviQ is though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820030 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 08:08:33 +0000 swedishfish 1820030@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@spaniellove: yes, I trained DH this morning with it. My babysitter will be bringing her two LOs with her so I felt like an AuviQ is easier...just listen and follow what it says. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820023 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 07:58:23 +0000 spaniellove 1820023@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>They gave you trainers with the Epipen, right? My Epipens are for myself but I found it pretty quick and easy to learn how to use them. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820011 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 07:37:38 +0000 Andrea 1820011@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We were given Epipen prescriptions. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-have-an-epipen-or-an-auviq-for-you-lo#post-1820007 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 07:24:41 +0000 swedishfish 1820007@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We were given prescriptions for both along with coupons for copay discounts. I would've preferred an AuviQ because it talks you through the process. I feel that's better for the babysitter to have around. </p> <p>DH got an EpiPen yesterday at the pharmacy. I'm trained in EpiPen use every year at school and just trained DH. I know it's not difficult but I'd feel better if we got an AuviQ for the babysitter.</p> <p>DD has reacted to eggs and something that we haven't figured out yet. DH's grandfather has a severe shellfish allergy which is why the allergist recommended having an EpiPen or AuviQ around. The allergist recommended waiting till age 2 for a blood test because a wiggly almost 14 month old is not going to let blood be taken easily. </p>