Non-Edible Items to Give Someone With Dietary Restrictions at Easter
Easter is one of those celebrations where often those with dietary requirements as well as those who struggle to eat enough or at all are left not properly catered to. When you’re struggling with your own or your child’s medical needs, you are faced with a whole host of problems while also struggling with different places not catering to problems that result in being unable to eat.
In the recent months I’ve seen lots of different varieties of Easter eggs available within shops as well as to order online. There is such an enormous selection of eggs this year, something to suit everyone, or so the common misconception goes. Those with dietary requirements or difficulties with eating (due to a multitude of different reasons) are often left feeling left out even more than they normally do.
In a way it’s understandable why companies often don’t think to cater to those who face problems consuming normal chocolate eggs. When you live a “normal” life where you’re able to consume some/any food, then you may take that ability for granted and not really give it a second thought. You may feel it’s a “given” that other people can enjoy Easter treats, just like those who don’t face dietary requirements.
I’ve compiled a list of different non-food items that could be given to someone instead of giving them an edible egg. This ensures no one is left out at Easter and even those with special dietary requirements don’t have to go without. I will split the next bit into two separate lists, one for babies/younger children and one for teenagers/adults, as even older people would love to be thought of on Easter. A unique idea could be to make up a package with various items that can be tailored for the person’s age/gender/likes/dislikes, etc.):
Babies/Younger children
- Clothes
- Toys
- Sensory items
- Glow sticks/bracelets/necklaces
- Balloons (ensure child isn’t allergic to latex if using latex balloons)
- Bubbles
- Stickers
- Temporary tattoos
- Coloring pencils/pens/crayons/marker pens
- Pencil case
- Erasers
- Pencil toppers
- Slinky
- Coins
- Finger puppets
- Notebooks
- Coloring books
- Book
- Educational items
- Bouncy balls
- Bunny ears
- DVD
- Toy jewelry
- Cuddly toy
- Play makeup
- Craft activities
- Money
- Sensory items
- Pencil case
- Coloring pencils/pens
- Coloring book
- Craft activities
- Notebook
- Makeup
- Makeup bag
- Subscription to a video game they play
- Giftcard
- Makeup
- Book
- Bookmark
- Jewelry
- Perfume/aftershave
- Clothes
- Toiletries
- Inspiring quote items
- Pillow
- DVD
- CD
- Hand sanitizer
- Purse/wallet
- Handbag/backpack
- A trip out somewhere
I live with various chronic health problems and mental health issues however I do not let them stop me from living life to the fullest. I'm a part-time student at a University online studying a degree in Health Sciences (my ultimate goal is to qualify as a doctor specialising in intensive care medicine); I compete in beauty pageants; I enjoy reading; I love to colour adult colouring books and much more. I am much more than the list of symptoms I live with and the conditions I'm diagnosed with.
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