Dumbo's Peanuts

[Mom2aJessieGirl]

For 19 years every doctor my kids had when they were babies stated no peanuts or peanut butter BEFORE 1 because of the allergy risk. I have NEVER heard of a doctor recommending or saying that a child under 1 should or could have peanut butter or peanuts due to the possibility of allergies.

And for the record, anyone at any age can develop an allergy to peanut butter, peanuts or pretty much anything else even if they have had it a hundred times before.

True. But recommendations do change as research changes. Our doctor (and other docs I know) don't lay it out as a hard rule "no PB for kids under 1" anymore.

 

[cinderella73]

We saw them when we were there two weeks ago and both of my ds's freaked out... it took everything in my power to convince them they were fake and they would not die! Honestly, although i typically like Disney's amazing little details, this is one i could live without!

I agree with you! We might be the minority but to anyone that has a deadly allergy to peanuts its not so cute.

I wish they had done Dumbos footprints , maybe a feather , clown feet , ANYTHING other than peanuts.

Even if they are not real it scares kids that are allergic. Adults also for that matter that might not know they are fake.

 

[Jabali]

I was one the phone this morning with Disney and had to hear it live from a person myself so I can be confident I am not exposing my son to this.

You all were right, they indeed are fake. I know they are so good with detail, but I had to know for sure!

This is a joke right?

 

[DeeSanDisneyFan]

My daughter has a contact allergy to apples. I guess we have to get rid of anything that looks like an apple at WDW? Goodbye Snow White?

So you are why they got rid of SWSA!

 

[rentayenta]

The peanuts are adorable!

 

[kaligal]

True. But recommendations do change as research changes. Our doctor (and other docs I know) don't lay it out as a hard rule "no PB for kids under 1" anymore.

What about honey? Are they allowing honey now?

 

[Planogirl]

In my opinion, kids have to learn about dangerous things over time. Peanuts exist everywhere and the sooner they learn that and learn how to deal with it the better off they will be. You can't hide these things forever.

Of course, we're lucky that we have a kid with no allergies except an odd discomfort when he drinks orange juice so he won't drink it. However allergies of various types run in the family and my family members just accept their limitations at an early age and learn how to adapt to their environment.

That said, I feel for you parents that have to deal with this! I'd be beside myself with worry.

 

[Minnesota!]

For 19 years every doctor my kids had when they were babies stated no peanuts or peanut butter BEFORE 1 because of the allergy risk. I have NEVER heard of a doctor recommending or saying that a child under 1 should or could have peanut butter or peanuts due to the possibility of allergies.

And for the record, anyone at any age can develop an allergy to peanut butter, peanuts or pretty much anything else even if they have had it a hundred times before.

Dr's now "allow" peanut butter whenever. I started my oldest son on it around 6 months when he started table food. My younger son didn't start until close to 1 because he was slower to take table food.

And really, any adult that thinks these things are real...

 

[Maggie'sMom]

For 19 years every doctor my kids had when they were babies stated no peanuts or peanut butter BEFORE 1 because of the allergy risk. I have NEVER heard of a doctor recommending or saying that a child under 1 should or could have peanut butter or peanuts due to the possibility of allergies.

And for the record, anyone at any age can develop an allergy to peanut butter, peanuts or pretty much anything else even if they have had it a hundred times before.

You've had infants for 19 years? :eek Because if not, how do you know that those doctors haven't changed their recommendations in that timeframe?

My DD's pediatrician allowed PB for children < 1yo, as long as they were closely supervised for both choking and allergic reactions. And that was at a time when several of the articles I was reading on the subject were recommending waiting until children were 3 before introducing peanut butter. But we were struggling to find protein sources that my SPD DD would eat, and temporarily at least, peanut butter on crackers was one that she would eat.

Lots of doctors have changed their recommendations on foods over the years. What was once a common recommendation isn't quite as common now.

 

[Mom2aJessieGirl]

What about honey? Are they allowing honey now?

Nope. Still no honey, though not for allergy reasons. With honey it's the risk of salmonella poisoning.

 

[Maggie'sMom]

Nope. Still no honey, though not for allergy reasons. With honey it's the risk of salmonella poisoning.

Actually, it's botulism.

 

[Mom2aJessieGirl]

Actually, it's botulism.

You're right. My bad. Must have had Monsters Inc on the brain!

 

[MariDisney]

My son has a severe peanut allergy and will go into anaphylactic shock (I always spell it wrong) if its ingested. Even the smell of peanut products makes him nauseous. Its not too difficult to avoid nowadays, however, as most places are more careful. His school is especially neurotic about it (as they should be). One thing we did notice last year in a few US airports that they fried their food in peanut oil. THAT was frustrating - explaining to an 8 year old why he couldn't eat french fries...

I wanted to add a personal experience about a peanut free school. I am a behavior analyst and on any day might see clients in 4-5 school. I had peanut butter early in the day in my car (where I often eat breakfast and lunch between clients). I then went to do an observation in a classroom that was totally peanut free. I sat down and began my work and a few minutes in turned my hand over to notice a hunk of peanut butter under my nail. I don't remember if I had washed my hands or not as I often just use sanitizer between appointments. But even I did I didn't do a good job. Immediately I told the teacher so she could alert me as to correct protocol. By that time I had opened the front door and the office door, used a pen in the office and reached into the visitor badge basket, gone through more doors and used a stairwell and finally in to the classroom I was observing in. So, although the school seemed relatively neurotic about being peanut free I, unknowingly, contaminated several areas. I wonder about the parents who have to put their trust in that kind of system which can so easily fall apart and how they keep relaxed about it.

 

[Canadian Disney Mom]

I don't put my trust in the peanut free school really. I understand peanuts will still make it in somehow, its just less than there would be if there was no policy. My son still carries his epipen everywhere and he also has one kept in the office. Our allergist told us he would not have a reaction just by touching or smelling them, they would have to get in his body. He still gets nauseous just at the smell. He has also convinced himself he is allergic to nuts to, which is just not the case.

 

[mistysue]

My daughter has a contact allergy to apples. I guess we have to get rid of anything that looks like an apple at WDW? Goodbye Snow White?

Just an FYI- I'm totally telling my kids it's Schmeck's fault when they go to ride SWSA in couple months and realize it's not there. I don't think they will curse your name too much, DS is allergic to everything so it might even turn their sadness into a strange moment of feeling happy your daughter is safer or something...

 

[ZehnJahren]

I'm confused - is this thread for real?

The peanuts are a nice touch by Disney; I love how immersive they get in their theming!

But being worried to the point of calling Disney about this? Peanuts are going to be all over the place at Disney, unfortunately for those with allergies; that seems to be a complete given. You may see actual peanut shells, and there will be no one at all to call; you will probably see peanut butter, peanut butter crackers, peanut butter flavored candies, peanut butter and chocolate - you will have to be super cautious no matter what, if you insist on going. I myself use peanut butter as a dietary staple and will carry small cups with me to the park. I'm not going to be smearing it all over the queues, but I will be eating it in the parks - as is my right, just as it's your right to decide how you feel about that and avoid the parks if you believe it's justified.

I'm chalking this one up to "huh?".

 

[wdwislife]

Awesome touch!

 

[Canadian Disney Mom]

I personally think it's another great example of Disney's attention to detail! Can't wait to see it in person in 10 days

 

[Cyrano]

Folks please keep this thread for discussion the imagineers theming at the Dumbo ride.
For discussions about food allergies please post these on the appropriate board.

 

[Schmeck]

Just an FYI- I'm totally telling my kids it's Schmeck's fault when they go to ride SWSA in couple months and realize it's not there. I don't think they will curse your name too much, DS is allergic to everything so it might even turn their sadness into a strange moment of feeling happy your daughter is safer or something...

You just made me spit tea onto my computer, LOL!

Some of the stuff in this thread has made me so sad - kids panicking because they see a peanut on the ground? The peanut you see is much safer than the ones you don't see. People have to be proactive all the time! Just because you see a peanut doesn't mean you are going to have a reaction, and just because you don't see any doesn't mean you aren't. It's a parent's responsibility to help a child feel confident that he/she can handle a reaction, and that there's a plan in place if there is a reaction.