Susanna Peace Lovell—advocate coach, author, and mom—shares how her daughter’s severe food allergies (to 70+ foods) and later autism diagnosis reshaped her vision of motherhood. From months of inconsolable crying to finally finding relief with a hypoallergenic formula, Susanna offers practical strategies, hard-won wisdom, and deep compassion for families navigating similar paths.

What You’ll Hear

• Early signs that “colic” was actually severe food allergies—and how persistence led to answers

• The rollercoaster from breastfeeding eliminations to hypoallergenic formula and beyond

• Real-life safety systems for home, restaurants, travel, and school (hello, bento boxes and EpiPens)

• Why self-compassion and community (like We Are Brave Together) are essential for caregivers

• Preparing kids to self-advocate with literal, concrete language—and narrating reactions in real time

Resources Mentioned

• Susanna’s website: susannapeacelovell.com

• Book: Your True Self Is Enough — Lessons learned parenting a child with autism (via Susanna’s site)

• We Are Brave Together: wearebravetogether.org

• Follow Susanna on Instagram: @mamapeace

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