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Hi there. Already intro'd myself in the parents of kids section, but see that this is the place. My 11 year old daughter recently diagnosed. Very ill, hospital etc. Initially thought anorexia, blood and biopsy showed celiac. Baby steps. difficult adjustment for her for sure, but we're making small gains. :)

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Hi there. Already intro'd myself in the parents of kids section, but see that this is the place. My 11 year old daughter recently diagnosed. Very ill, hospital etc. Initially thought anorexia, blood and biopsy showed celiac. Baby steps. difficult adjustment for her for sure, but we're making small gains. :)

Gwen

Welcome Gwen! You have found a great place to settle in. Read here as much as you can and please feel free to ask any questions.

It gets better, it really does. :)

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Hi there. Already intro'd myself in the parents of kids section, but see that this is the place. My 11 year old daughter recently diagnosed. Very ill, hospital etc. Initially thought anorexia, blood and biopsy showed celiac. Baby steps. difficult adjustment for her for sure, but we're making small gains. :)

Gwen

Hi, Gwen!

Welcome! I hope you're finding your way around okay, this is a wonderful place for learning AND making friends!

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Hello & Welcome

Great place is celiac.com Make sure all of the family is tested....

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Welcome Gwen!

Nice to have you here. Feel free to ask questions, we all have been there and may be able to help.

Some starting the gluten-free diet tips for the first 6 months:

Get tested before starting the gluten-free diet.

Don't eat in restaurants

Eat only whole foods not processed foods.

Eat only food you cook yourself, think simple foods, not gourmet meals.

Take probiotics.

Take digestive enzymes.

Avoid dairy.

Avoid sugars and starchy foods.

Avoid alcohol.

FAQ Celiac com

https://www.celiac.com/gluten-free/forum-7/announcement-3-frequently-asked-questions-about-celiac-disease/

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Gemme Rookie
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Hi,

I have been through this , in the beginning it is bit difficultbut with time It gets better, it really does.

This is a perfectplace for learning and making friends!

Good Luck

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Hi,

I have been through this , in the beginning it is bit difficultbut with time It gets better, it really does.

This is a perfectplace for learning and making friends!

Good Luck

Welcome to the site Gemme!

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Welcome to the site Gemme!

Thank you

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