Feeling Very Sad

[divamomma]

I knew my daughter had celiac and in fact I was hoping for a firm diagnosis. I wanted a positve biopsy to avoid the confusion and uncertainty that would have gone with a negative biopsy/positive blood test. However actually getting the news has been hard. I feel very upset and sad. I know these feelings are normal and I know that there are worse things to deal with. I know we can treat her simply by eliminating gluten. But I still feel sad. I feel like crying. Will this feeling pass soon

[tarnalberry]

How long the grieving process takes is different for everyone.

The fact that there are more difficult things to deal with doesn't make this one any less difficult.

Take the time you need, and look for the help you need. Depending on what it is that's making you most upset, perhaps it's just talking to family members. Maybe it's using this board as a resource/sounding board. Maybe it's talking to a counselor who helps with life transitions. Everything is valid.

[ravenwoodglass]

If you feel like crying let yourself cry. It's okay to be sad.

(((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))

[Skylark]

It will pass if you let yourself grieve. It's a big deal when your child is diagnosed with a lifelong disease, even if it's treatable by diet. It's natural to be sad for a time. Sometimes a good cry makes a world of difference. (((hug)))