While visiting family and friends over Thanksgiving is wonderful, struggling through an allergic reaction to people’s pets, dust, and any lurking mold spores during a celebratory meal or gathering is not.

I’ll be the first to say that I admire and appreciate all the work holiday hosts put into meal prepping decor and tidying. But amid all that labor, it’s easy to overlook things that can prove to be crucial to keeping guests with allergies comfortable.


Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, but for those with allergies, it can be a challenging time. Allergies to pets, dust, and mold spores can make a celebratory meal uncomfortable for some guests.

While hosts put in a lot of effort to prepare for the holidays, it’s important to consider the needs of guests with allergies. Here are eight tips to help make your home more comfortable for allergy-prone visitors: