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My 3 1/2 year old son has had constipation as his major symptom. We do not have an "official" biopsy diagnosis. But our GI specialist agrees with me that it is likely Celiac considering how dramatic the changes have been on a Celiac Diet. My daughter is starting to show similiar signs, constipated from too much wheat etc. I am going to have her blood...

I noticed a difference in my son within 1-2 weeks. Behaviour, energy, etc. Then after about 1 month he seemed like a completely different kid. Hyper, healhty, running around, no more constipation issue. I would put both of your kids on a Celiac diet immediately and I agree, take out dairy/soy also. You will notice a huge difference I bet.

When my kids were litte, under 1 year of age, I gave them tri-v-sol vitamins and I you can get it with extra Iron. It was a liquid that I gave them with a dropper. They really liked it! It was over the counter. I do remember that my son had some staining on his teeth and it was from the extra iron, he didn't need it. I would ask your doctor or pharmiscist...

My son is on a gluten free diet and shows all the signs of Celiac. We are unwilling at this point to put him back on gluten for 3 mths to do a biopsy. He is 3 1/2. Our current diet is working for him and he is doing great. His sister is 2 and has shown some signs of wheat intolerance just in the last few months. (Constipation, similar signs that her brother...

That is a great idea. Thank you!

That is a great idea. Thank you!

THANKS! That is very helpful.

My son is gluten free and Dairy free and keeps asking me for chocolate easter eggs! Does anyone know of any? Thanks

I am wondering if anyone has a good bread machine recipe they would recommend. I am looking for a basic recipe for my 31/2 year old for sandwiches, etc. There are SO many out there I thought I would check with you all before making a bunch of bad gluten free bread! Also, I am looking for a gluten free/dairy free sour cream substitute. Any recommendations...

I just found this message board last night and was so encouraged! It is so great to hear from others that are experiencing the same things I am. Here is the summary....my sweet son, 3 1/2 has been in the hospital 6 times in the last year. Mostly dehydration after throwing up randomly, constipation, and then more recently severe cramping, bloated, constipation...