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I have been to 2 visits. So far so good. The OB asked about my asthma medications, heartburn etc. (I had lots of problems with my last pregnancy.) I informed her that since I went gluten free I didn't need anymore inhalers etc. She seemed very positive and open. Good luck to you.

I am the true mutt: I am african-american. I am unsure of my african ancestors, however, my great grand mother was the daughter of her slave owner. My mother has a Scottish last name and father has a Welsh last name. (both are african-american). My husband has a Ukranian/German background. I think I have more European blood than anyone wants to admit...

How about when your doc: a) implies that problems with gluten are all in your head. (considering you used to come in regularly for issues with asthma, eczema, and constipation....) tells you that celiac is not prevalent in african-americans...so there's no need to test. or: when the allergist diagnoses your son and says: he's allergic to wheat...

Hi everyone! I am preggo! I am currently looking for an ob, but was wondering what should I say about my Gluten-free diet. I do not have an official diagnosis. I have responded to the diet very well, and am having a relatively easy pregnancy compared to the last one. I may say nothing, too many docs have insinuated that it was all in my head and many...

I have had a nanny and daycare with both children. My first son didn't start to really talk or play with other children at (30 months) until he went to daycare. That was a good move for him. I think part of the decision depends on the child. You know what's best. Now on to ds2- the preemie with allergies... I think in spite of my attempt to educate...

Wow, that's crazy! Fire the allergist! I just had my son tested for allergies again. He's allergic to everything with gluten(wheat, barley, rye). I asked the doctor about celiac and she said it definitely was an allergy. What she failed to understand is that he's been Gluten-free for over a year!!!! I ruled out dairy also. She called me to say that...

We finally got the blood test results today. Ds is not celiac (however he has been on a wheat/gluten free) for over a year. However he is allergic to barley, and rye. My ds had classic symptoms: D, C, distended belly, slow growth. The doctor was quick to say that he didn't need to be gluten free...but how will we ever know if he's allergic to most gluten...

Hi Amy, sorry to hear. Good luck on the school year. Don't get too bored with the stupid inservices... Sabrina

Roanoke, it's 2-3 hrs I think from Abingdon. We have Abuelos, Caberra's (Italian), and there's a restaurant in downtown Roanoke called Nico's. If you get reservations, they will prepare a Gluten-free meal. I am not sure p-f changs will work. My son was diagnosed with more allergies this week. We added chicken, fish, rye, and barley. Ha, ha. The doctor...

Thanks! I'll try that!

I could have written your original post- years of digestive troubles. I too did self diagnosis... I just went back to work and there is gluten everywhere!!! I went to a staff meeting today and there was doughnuts, yogurt (not Gluten-free) and fruit. I will not succumb to the gluten invasion in the teachers lounge this year! Some colleagues don't talk to...

Fresh summer fruit- I bought a box of peaches at the farmers market and my ds says "a yummy!"

I do not have a sweet tooth but...I love gardening.... Here are my vices.... tacos made with fresh salsa (from my veggie garden..) pasta salad with fresh cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers sauteed squash (I planted 5 prolific plants!) zucchini I am impatiently awaiting a muskmelon, watermelon, sweet potatoes, and green beans. Then looking...

I have to agree with everyone else. My 2nd pregnancy was full of complications: especially growth issues for the baby. At 30 wks I was diagnosed with an intrauterine growth retardation. Baby delivered at 33kws due to fetal distress (by this time I had stopped growing and was in the hospital on an IV). Baby was 4lbs and took one month to gain a 1lb. I...

Hello and welcome: My son had a wheat allergy. He had the rash and swollen groin. Especially when day care would give him the wrong foods. He was just tested for celiac last week. But we've been Gluten-free for a while so it probably won't be accurate. The doc says he may be gluten intolerant. He was born at 33 wks and has been in the 5th % for growth...