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girlmedic911 Newbie
girlmedic911
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Hello to everyone :D This is my first time here. Dx of celiac disease in February, gluten-free since THAT DAY. It's been such a change for me and my whole family. All so supportive and refer to me as the "No Wheatie Sweetie". Anyway, ALSO I am newly pregnant as well with my second child. So happy, but a little nervous as far as the celiac disease is concerned. Anything I should increase, decrease, watch out for, or advice is MUCH appreciated. Thanks!

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Hello to everyone :D This is my first time here. Dx of celiac disease in February, gluten-free since THAT DAY. It's been such a change for me and my whole family. All so supportive and refer to me as the "No Wheatie Sweetie". Anyway, ALSO I am newly pregnant as well with my second child. So happy, but a little nervous as far as the celiac disease is concerned. Anything I should increase, decrease, watch out for, or advice is MUCH appreciated. Thanks!

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Oops, your message posted twice somehow, so I had to choose one or the other to reply to!

Welcome! I'm also new here, but unlike you, I don't have my definitive answer yet. As I've said elsewhere, I am seriously considering adopting the gluten-free diet for at least myself and possibly also my son (with not much hope of convincing my husband or daughter -- yet!) no matter what.

Congratulations on your pregnancy! (And you'll also appear pregnant for the right reason!) So this is your second? How did your first go? Were you experiencing any problems or symptoms before or during that pregnancy? I wish I had some advice for you, but at least you are on the right track with the gluten-free diet.

Good luck!

Merika Contributor
Merika
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Congrats! I don't think you need to do anything special. As my very wise Chinese doctor said at my pregnancy when I asked what should I do he says "be happy" :) The best thing is to just be laid back and calm and peaceful and happy.

Best wishes,

Merika

girlmedic911 Newbie
girlmedic911
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Oops, your message posted twice somehow, so I had to choose one or the other to reply to!

Welcome!  I'm also new here, but unlike you, I don't have my definitive answer yet.  As I've said elsewhere, I am seriously considering adopting the gluten-free diet for at least myself and possibly also my son (with not much hope of convincing my husband or daughter -- yet!) no matter what.

Congratulations on your pregnancy!  (And you'll also appear pregnant for the right reason!)  So this is your second?  How did your first go?  Were you experiencing any problems or symptoms before or during that pregnancy?  I wish I had some advice for you, but at least you are on the right track with the gluten-free diet.

Good luck!

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Angel,

Thanks so much for your reply! I am feeling welcome already. When will you know for sure your Dx? If you even suspect a gluten intolerance of any kind and have already done bloodwork I'd suggest immediately beginning a gluten free diet. It's not the easiest thing to get started, but you'd be amazed at how much better you'll feel. Also I've noticed, day by day, more and more products and recipes are being made available in gluten free forms. So it's definitely DOable! Convincing your family may be another story, but don't let that deter you from doing the best thing for YOUR health. Thanks again for the welcome :)

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Hello, Welcome, and Congrats on your pregnancy! :) I am also pregnant, but this is my first pregnancy. I am happy, nervous, and excited all at the same time! :rolleyes:B) Well, welcome to the boards!

-Julie

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Hello, Welcome, and Congrats on your pregnancy!  :)  I am also pregnant, but this is my first pregnancy.  I am happy, nervous, and excited all at the same time! :rolleyes:  B)  Well, welcome to the boards!

-Julie

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Jules,

Thanks so much for the welcome :) So how long have you been gluten-free? Congrats on your first child. How far along are you? Mine is still a weeeee little embryo.

girlmedic911 Newbie
girlmedic911
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Congrats! I don't think you need to do anything special. As my very wise Chinese doctor said at my pregnancy when I asked what should I do he says "be happy" :) The best thing is to just be laid back and calm and peaceful and happy.

Best wishes,

Merika

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Great advice Merika! I'm seriously trying to have that outlook. I feel a little wiser this time around, if not a little confused from the celiac disease. I've also decided to embrace every change and expect the bad with the good. Knowing it's coming and knowing it'll end is probably the best advice I could give myself ;)

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Jules,

Thanks so much for the welcome  :) So how long have you been gluten-free? Congrats on your first child. How far along are you? Mine is still a weeeee little embryo.

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Hi again! :) I was diagnosed in November of last year. However, I've got to confess that it has been really difficult to remain gluten-free during this pregnancy. I've been craving carbs./gluten like crazy (mostly bread-based snacks). :rolleyes: In an earlier post, I joked that my baby is craving "name brand" foods only (i.e. Krispy Kreme donuts, original "Saltine" crackers, Pizza Hut pizza, McDonald's egg Mcmuffins, etc.). Who knew my baby would be so picky? ;) I am now in my 11th week and due the first week in May '06. It is nice to meet you! I hope you have a happy, healthy pregnancy. B)

-Julie

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