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James Definately Has Celiac

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mommy2james Newbie
mommy2james
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Well he had his biopsy and he is definatelyCeliac.My other two have showed negative with blood work.

I have 1 week to get itall together and learn how to make this a gluten free family.I have no idea where to begin.Do I need new pot's and pan's??A microwave,silverwear,cup's,plates ect,ect ect,I have no idea.....

I would love for 1 person to be my guide and tell me step by step what I should do and what I need to get the ball moving.

Any taker's :D

Marie

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I don't know if there is a support group in your area, but I found out recently that there is one in mine. If I'd known 7 months ago, I would have contacted them in a heartbeat! There might be someone close to you who has gone through this who would be more than glad to help you. There is a section here about support groups, you could ask there. Good luck! :)

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:D marie--you can email me with questions if you want--you dont need to buy all new pants, but teflon should not be used for a celiac if it has been used otherwise--otay--you dont need to buy new dishes--just wash them very well--be very careful--some people say they fix the celiacs food first and then the others and clean the cupboards very good--u dont need to change the microwave and beleive me, it will become 2nd nature--my email addy is attached--feel free--deb ;)
tarnalberry Community Regular
tarnalberry
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Give yourself more than a week, though start the process now. It's a learning process, and you'll need time for it. Stick with the basics - no processed foods, just natural whole foods (they taste just fine and are healthy!). As for hardware - non non-stick pots and pans and other materials that won't absorb things don't need to be replaced, but I would replace plastic collanders (strainers) and wooden spoons. (And tupperware items that have pitted over time.)

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Boojca
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My son, 3, was diagnosed in June and I know exactly where you are. First, and most importantly, know that in just about a month you'll feel like an old pro!

Second, admit now that you will make mistakes. It's not a big deal. It's just like any other "diet", you realize you made a mistake and just get right back on track.

How old is your son?

Feel free to email me if you need to. I will try very hard to get back to you ASAP.

Bridget

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Go to this web site

Open Original Shared Link

and then scroll down for some helpful files.

richard

mommy2james Newbie
mommy2james
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Thanks everyone!! I am just now trying to buy up some of the things I will need to start off..My problem is what about lunches for school?? I am just so lost right now but am sure in time I will be ok with all this.I am changing the whole family so I know it will be hard but think it would be easier on James too.He is 8 and finds all this very unsettling..

Marie

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