Welcome new member, Leah

Posted October 23, 2003 · October 23, 2003

Leah,

Yes, I think it does get easier. I'm sure it is tough talking about

it to others too. It's not like it's a very " simple " disease to

explain to people. There's a multitude of emotions that most people

experience... just like the grieving process, in a way. Frustration,

confusion, denial, anger, acceptance, pity, sympathy, empathy,

relief, gratitude (in some cases because the diagnosed Celiac may

have been tested for a whole variety of other conditions/diseases),

and many more.

There is a WONDERFUL book out that I highly recommend any new parent

(or even any new person to get). Danna Korn has written two books,

one is on Celiac Disease and is a guide to happy healthy gluten-free

living, and she also has another book called " Wheat Free, Worry

Free. " Both of these books are AWESOME! The first one is almost

like a " guide for life as a Celiac. " I've read my copy cover to

cover several times and still refer to it often. It's also helpful

for sharing information with others or helping explain things. I

cannot even begin to tell you how helpful this book is. You can

purchase it online at www.glutenfreedom.net. That is the best place

to get a copy.

I'm sure you'll find this site to be a helpful resource too. We have

lots of great members who post lots of good information and get good

discussions going on the message board by the questions they post.

Make sure to check out the other sections of the site.... there are

recipes, GF menu selections from major restaurant chains, some

commercial GF product listings, and more.

You may also want to check to see if there is a support group in your

area. It's always nice to have other families in your area who

experience the same sorts of things. You can see if there is a

R.O.C.K. (Raising Our Celiac Kids) chapter near you by going to

Hang in there Leah! We're all here to support each other!

~Melonie

SillyYaks owner

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