Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Sedatives. For you. Seriously, he’ll probably be fine. Mine is needle-phobic and I do have to get ativan for him before any blood draw. There is also a topical anesthetic the doctor can give you to put on an hour in advance. Forget what it’s called.. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of tverzosa@... Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 3:11 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? -- Trudy San , CA " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire --------- Newbie Hi, My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my problems. One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a lot of recipes like that? Thanks. Sara http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Sedatives. For you. Seriously, he’ll probably be fine. Mine is needle-phobic and I do have to get ativan for him before any blood draw. There is also a topical anesthetic the doctor can give you to put on an hour in advance. Forget what it’s called.. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of tverzosa@... Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 3:11 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? -- Trudy San , CA " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire --------- Newbie Hi, My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my problems. One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a lot of recipes like that? Thanks. Sara http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Is it Elildel? Or something close to that? They gave that to us in a sample pack for my oldests scalp before we had a biopsy taken. Worked like a charm! kathiLaurie Bilyeu wrote: Sedatives. For you. Seriously, he’ll probably be fine. Mine is needle-phobic and I do have to get ativan for him before any blood draw. There is also a topical anesthetic the doctor can give you to put on an hour in advance. Forget what it’s called.. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of tverzosa@...Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 3:11 PMTo: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? --Trudy San , CA "People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities." ~Voltaire -------------- Original message -------------- Sara, My son was 2 1/2 when diagnosed...he's now just turned 4 and is THRIVING. Our diagnosis was quick, too, and like you after reading the horror stories we're very grateful. I use Bette Hagman's True Yeast Bread recipe for bread, it's easy and it's really good. Feel free to email me outside of the group anytime! Bridget From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of heerhomesteadSent: Friday, January 13, 2006 12:56 PMTo: SillyYaks Subject: Newbie Hi,My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We aregrateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have readsome horror stories about how long it takes people. When we firststarting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he respondedwithin just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's alwaysnice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show MedicalMysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had aCeliac boy on the show...weird. :-D)Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not alot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain myproblems.One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentionedhere in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a fewof Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes thatare quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book isnot a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTTas a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods toget him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have alot of recipes like that?Thanks.ttp://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Yes--ask them to use the smallest needle they have--I believe it is something they call a butterfly something or other. It does take a little longer to get the necessary amount of blood but it is virtually painless. When my children had to do their blood draws, my 6yo daughter was screaming and carrying on so bad (in anticipation--not from anyting that had been done yet) that the woman switched to the "butterfly" as she called it. My daughter wasn't looking--still sobbing in my shoulder saying "no, no..." and the lady said "all done". My daughter couldn't believe it--she looked surprised and said "You did it already?" She had no idea. Also, definitely do not let her look--have her on your lap and looking directly at you--sing a song together or whatever to get her concentration elsewhere. RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? --Trudy San , CA "People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities." ~Voltaire -------------- Original message -------------- Sara, My son was 2 1/2 when diagnosed...he's now just turned 4 and is THRIVING. Our diagnosis was quick, too, and like you after reading the horror stories we're very grateful. I use Bette Hagman's True Yeast Bread recipe for bread, it's easy and it's really good. Feel free to email me outside of the group anytime! Bridget From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of heerhomesteadSent: Friday, January 13, 2006 12:56 PMTo: SillyYaks Subject: Newbie Hi,My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We aregrateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have readsome horror stories about how long it takes people. When we firststarting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he respondedwithin just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's alwaysnice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show MedicalMysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had aCeliac boy on the show...weird. :-D)Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not alot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain myproblems.One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentionedhere in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a fewof Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes thatare quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book isnot a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTTas a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods toget him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have alot of recipes like that?Thanks.ttp://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Yes--ask them to use the smallest needle they have--I believe it is something they call a butterfly something or other. It does take a little longer to get the necessary amount of blood but it is virtually painless. When my children had to do their blood draws, my 6yo daughter was screaming and carrying on so bad (in anticipation--not from anyting that had been done yet) that the woman switched to the "butterfly" as she called it. My daughter wasn't looking--still sobbing in my shoulder saying "no, no..." and the lady said "all done". My daughter couldn't believe it--she looked surprised and said "You did it already?" She had no idea. Also, definitely do not let her look--have her on your lap and looking directly at you--sing a song together or whatever to get her concentration elsewhere. RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? --Trudy San , CA "People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities." ~Voltaire -------------- Original message -------------- Sara, My son was 2 1/2 when diagnosed...he's now just turned 4 and is THRIVING. Our diagnosis was quick, too, and like you after reading the horror stories we're very grateful. I use Bette Hagman's True Yeast Bread recipe for bread, it's easy and it's really good. Feel free to email me outside of the group anytime! Bridget From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of heerhomesteadSent: Friday, January 13, 2006 12:56 PMTo: SillyYaks Subject: Newbie Hi,My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We aregrateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have readsome horror stories about how long it takes people. When we firststarting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he respondedwithin just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's alwaysnice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show MedicalMysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had aCeliac boy on the show...weird. :-D)Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not alot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain myproblems.One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentionedhere in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a fewof Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes thatare quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book isnot a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTTas a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods toget him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have alot of recipes like that?Thanks.ttp://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 I found it—leftover from the last torture session. It’s LMX (Lidocaine 4%) You’ll need a prescription or to pick it up from the pediatrician. And yes, they’d better just start with the tiny butterfly needle! I demand it for myself, too, but I have nasty little veins that roll around. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of Kathi Sandler Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 7:28 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie Is it Elildel? Or something close to that? They gave that to us in a sample pack for my oldests scalp before we had a biopsy taken. Worked like a charm! kathi Laurie Bilyeu wrote: Sedatives. For you. Seriously, he’ll probably be fine. Mine is needle-phobic and I do have to get ativan for him before any blood draw. There is also a topical anesthetic the doctor can give you to put on an hour in advance. Forget what it’s called.. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of tverzosa@... Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 3:11 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? -- Trudy San , CA " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire -------------- Original message -------------- Sara, My son was 2 1/2 when diagnosed...he's now just turned 4 and is THRIVING. Our diagnosis was quick, too, and like you after reading the horror stories we're very grateful. I use Bette Hagman's True Yeast Bread recipe for bread, it's easy and it's really good. Feel free to email me outside of the group anytime! Bridget From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of heerhomestead Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 12:56 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: Newbie Hi, My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my problems. One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a lot of recipes like that? Thanks. Sara http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 I found it—leftover from the last torture session. It’s LMX (Lidocaine 4%) You’ll need a prescription or to pick it up from the pediatrician. And yes, they’d better just start with the tiny butterfly needle! I demand it for myself, too, but I have nasty little veins that roll around. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of Kathi Sandler Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 7:28 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie Is it Elildel? Or something close to that? They gave that to us in a sample pack for my oldests scalp before we had a biopsy taken. Worked like a charm! kathi Laurie Bilyeu wrote: Sedatives. For you. Seriously, he’ll probably be fine. Mine is needle-phobic and I do have to get ativan for him before any blood draw. There is also a topical anesthetic the doctor can give you to put on an hour in advance. Forget what it’s called.. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of tverzosa@... Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 3:11 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? -- Trudy San , CA " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire -------------- Original message -------------- Sara, My son was 2 1/2 when diagnosed...he's now just turned 4 and is THRIVING. Our diagnosis was quick, too, and like you after reading the horror stories we're very grateful. I use Bette Hagman's True Yeast Bread recipe for bread, it's easy and it's really good. Feel free to email me outside of the group anytime! Bridget From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of heerhomestead Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 12:56 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: Newbie Hi, My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my problems. One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a lot of recipes like that? Thanks. Sara http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 I found it—leftover from the last torture session. It’s LMX (Lidocaine 4%) You’ll need a prescription or to pick it up from the pediatrician. And yes, they’d better just start with the tiny butterfly needle! I demand it for myself, too, but I have nasty little veins that roll around. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of Kathi Sandler Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 7:28 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie Is it Elildel? Or something close to that? They gave that to us in a sample pack for my oldests scalp before we had a biopsy taken. Worked like a charm! kathi Laurie Bilyeu wrote: Sedatives. For you. Seriously, he’ll probably be fine. Mine is needle-phobic and I do have to get ativan for him before any blood draw. There is also a topical anesthetic the doctor can give you to put on an hour in advance. Forget what it’s called.. Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of tverzosa@... Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 3:11 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: RE: Newbie DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? -- Trudy San , CA " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire -------------- Original message -------------- Sara, My son was 2 1/2 when diagnosed...he's now just turned 4 and is THRIVING. Our diagnosis was quick, too, and like you after reading the horror stories we're very grateful. I use Bette Hagman's True Yeast Bread recipe for bread, it's easy and it's really good. Feel free to email me outside of the group anytime! Bridget From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of heerhomestead Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 12:56 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: Newbie Hi, My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my problems. One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a lot of recipes like that? Thanks. Sara http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 When I was diagnosed at 3 they took blood mostly out of my arm. Actually they took so much blood from me I pretty much cried every time I saw a needle and am phobic to this day. It was a pretty disorganized and uncaring hospital. It doesn't help that my veins are hard to find, apparently. I recommend new stuffed animals for surgery, or even a shot. It took my mind off the scary thing and onto the happy thing. > > Don't they just take it out of their finger?? I find that if, right before they prick, I say > something funny or ask a question like what do you want for dinner? or Where should > we go shopping at when we leave here? or What movie do you want to rent tonight? > Usually breaks my guys concentration enough to get the " prick " done. By all means, > DON " T LET her look!! Even I turn my head away!! I'm such a wuss! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 When I was diagnosed at 3 they took blood mostly out of my arm. Actually they took so much blood from me I pretty much cried every time I saw a needle and am phobic to this day. It was a pretty disorganized and uncaring hospital. It doesn't help that my veins are hard to find, apparently. I recommend new stuffed animals for surgery, or even a shot. It took my mind off the scary thing and onto the happy thing. > > Don't they just take it out of their finger?? I find that if, right before they prick, I say > something funny or ask a question like what do you want for dinner? or Where should > we go shopping at when we leave here? or What movie do you want to rent tonight? > Usually breaks my guys concentration enough to get the " prick " done. By all means, > DON " T LET her look!! Even I turn my head away!! I'm such a wuss! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 When I was diagnosed at 3 they took blood mostly out of my arm. Actually they took so much blood from me I pretty much cried every time I saw a needle and am phobic to this day. It was a pretty disorganized and uncaring hospital. It doesn't help that my veins are hard to find, apparently. I recommend new stuffed animals for surgery, or even a shot. It took my mind off the scary thing and onto the happy thing. > > Don't they just take it out of their finger?? I find that if, right before they prick, I say > something funny or ask a question like what do you want for dinner? or Where should > we go shopping at when we leave here? or What movie do you want to rent tonight? > Usually breaks my guys concentration enough to get the " prick " done. By all means, > DON " T LET her look!! Even I turn my head away!! I'm such a wuss! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Hey there! I think you will find that Bette Hagman's earlier cookbooks are very high calorie and fattening, which is why she had to come out with a lower calorie book to combat her weight gain. heh heh. Seriously, she does crazy things like use cups of mayonnaise in her cake etc. to make the texture nice. So, you might look into those earlier ones. Also, I bet you can make substitutions to up the calories and fat. Like people suggested, whole milk instead of lowfat, butter instead of low cal margarine, whole eggs instead of egg whites. And the topping can make a big difference as well- lots of nut butters (if ok), cream cheese (ditto), butter... There are also other authors that specifically target kid palates.. I haven't tried them but you may find them useful, just do a search on amazon. I haven't tried the recipe thing you mentioned but I can't help but feel a little skeptical about it... there are a lot of good recipes available for free online, and tried and true ones in cookbooks, if you just find the right one. Best wishes no matter what, and here's wishing many high and delicious calories for your little one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Hey there! I think you will find that Bette Hagman's earlier cookbooks are very high calorie and fattening, which is why she had to come out with a lower calorie book to combat her weight gain. heh heh. Seriously, she does crazy things like use cups of mayonnaise in her cake etc. to make the texture nice. So, you might look into those earlier ones. Also, I bet you can make substitutions to up the calories and fat. Like people suggested, whole milk instead of lowfat, butter instead of low cal margarine, whole eggs instead of egg whites. And the topping can make a big difference as well- lots of nut butters (if ok), cream cheese (ditto), butter... There are also other authors that specifically target kid palates.. I haven't tried them but you may find them useful, just do a search on amazon. I haven't tried the recipe thing you mentioned but I can't help but feel a little skeptical about it... there are a lot of good recipes available for free online, and tried and true ones in cookbooks, if you just find the right one. Best wishes no matter what, and here's wishing many high and delicious calories for your little one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Hey there! I think you will find that Bette Hagman's earlier cookbooks are very high calorie and fattening, which is why she had to come out with a lower calorie book to combat her weight gain. heh heh. Seriously, she does crazy things like use cups of mayonnaise in her cake etc. to make the texture nice. So, you might look into those earlier ones. Also, I bet you can make substitutions to up the calories and fat. Like people suggested, whole milk instead of lowfat, butter instead of low cal margarine, whole eggs instead of egg whites. And the topping can make a big difference as well- lots of nut butters (if ok), cream cheese (ditto), butter... There are also other authors that specifically target kid palates.. I haven't tried them but you may find them useful, just do a search on amazon. I haven't tried the recipe thing you mentioned but I can't help but feel a little skeptical about it... there are a lot of good recipes available for free online, and tried and true ones in cookbooks, if you just find the right one. Best wishes no matter what, and here's wishing many high and delicious calories for your little one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 My son had a few blood draws & an IV stick in the emergency room with no drugs, but it seems like they gave him something before they started the IV for his endoscopy. If your child doesn't get drugs, my recommendation is to let somebody else do the restraining & you just stay and comfort (or if you're going to be upset, have your husband comfort & you leave the room - kids feed off of their parents anxiety), stay CALM (put on your best poker face - even if they take a while & have unsuccessful sticks) & stay out of the tech or nurse's way so that they will hopefully hit the vein quickly & be done with it. It's traumatic, but children are resilient & get over it pretty quickly. > > DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? > > -- > Trudy > San , CA > > " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire > > --------- Newbie > > > > Hi, > > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are > grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read > some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first > starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded > within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always > nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical > Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a > Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) > > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a > lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my > problems. > > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned > here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few > of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that > are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is > not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT > as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to > get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a > lot of recipes like that? > > Thanks. > > Sara > http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 My son had a few blood draws & an IV stick in the emergency room with no drugs, but it seems like they gave him something before they started the IV for his endoscopy. If your child doesn't get drugs, my recommendation is to let somebody else do the restraining & you just stay and comfort (or if you're going to be upset, have your husband comfort & you leave the room - kids feed off of their parents anxiety), stay CALM (put on your best poker face - even if they take a while & have unsuccessful sticks) & stay out of the tech or nurse's way so that they will hopefully hit the vein quickly & be done with it. It's traumatic, but children are resilient & get over it pretty quickly. > > DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? > > -- > Trudy > San , CA > > " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire > > --------- Newbie > > > > Hi, > > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are > grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read > some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first > starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded > within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always > nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical > Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a > Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) > > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a > lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my > problems. > > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned > here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few > of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that > are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is > not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT > as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to > get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a > lot of recipes like that? > > Thanks. > > Sara > http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 My son had a few blood draws & an IV stick in the emergency room with no drugs, but it seems like they gave him something before they started the IV for his endoscopy. If your child doesn't get drugs, my recommendation is to let somebody else do the restraining & you just stay and comfort (or if you're going to be upset, have your husband comfort & you leave the room - kids feed off of their parents anxiety), stay CALM (put on your best poker face - even if they take a while & have unsuccessful sticks) & stay out of the tech or nurse's way so that they will hopefully hit the vein quickly & be done with it. It's traumatic, but children are resilient & get over it pretty quickly. > > DD is almost 3 and we're getting blood tests soon. Any tips on surviving the blood draw? > > -- > Trudy > San , CA > > " People who believe in absurdities will eventually commit atrocities. " ~Voltaire > > --------- Newbie > > > > Hi, > > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are > grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read > some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first > starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded > within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always > nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical > Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a > Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) > > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a > lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my > problems. > > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned > here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few > of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that > are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is > not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT > as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to > get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a > lot of recipes like that? > > Thanks. > > Sara > http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2006 Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Thanks everyone for all the info about getting DD to survive her blood draw. Thanks to this group I was able to ask the pediatrician about the numbing cream. She didn't suggest it on her own, but was more than happy to write the prescription after I brought it up. I also successfully managed to get her to look into using Prometheus. She called my GI and decided to go with it. So I am happy we will be able to rely on the test results and that they will automatically do the gene testing if the celiac panel is inconclusive. In fact, I have this group to thank for the whole diagnosis really. I knew I had wheat issues, joined a couple wheat-free yahoo groups and decided I probably had celiac. Joined Silly Yaks and learned about celiac symptoms I had no idea were related. Navigated the maze and got my labwork through Prometheus and got a diagnosis without having obvious test results. I am really pleased with this group as a resource and a support system. Thanks everyone! Trudy Newbie> > > > Hi,> > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are> grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read> some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first> starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded> within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always> nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical> Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a> Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D)> > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a> lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my> problems.> > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned> here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few> of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that> are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is> not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT> as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to> get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a> lot of recipes like that?> > Thanks.> > Sara> http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos> > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2006 Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Thanks everyone for all the info about getting DD to survive her blood draw. Thanks to this group I was able to ask the pediatrician about the numbing cream. She didn't suggest it on her own, but was more than happy to write the prescription after I brought it up. I also successfully managed to get her to look into using Prometheus. She called my GI and decided to go with it. So I am happy we will be able to rely on the test results and that they will automatically do the gene testing if the celiac panel is inconclusive. In fact, I have this group to thank for the whole diagnosis really. I knew I had wheat issues, joined a couple wheat-free yahoo groups and decided I probably had celiac. Joined Silly Yaks and learned about celiac symptoms I had no idea were related. Navigated the maze and got my labwork through Prometheus and got a diagnosis without having obvious test results. I am really pleased with this group as a resource and a support system. Thanks everyone! Trudy Newbie> > > > Hi,> > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are> grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read> some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first> starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded> within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always> nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical> Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a> Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D)> > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a> lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my> problems.> > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned> here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few> of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that> are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is> not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT> as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to> get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a> lot of recipes like that?> > Thanks.> > Sara> http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos> > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2006 Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Thanks everyone for all the info about getting DD to survive her blood draw. Thanks to this group I was able to ask the pediatrician about the numbing cream. She didn't suggest it on her own, but was more than happy to write the prescription after I brought it up. I also successfully managed to get her to look into using Prometheus. She called my GI and decided to go with it. So I am happy we will be able to rely on the test results and that they will automatically do the gene testing if the celiac panel is inconclusive. In fact, I have this group to thank for the whole diagnosis really. I knew I had wheat issues, joined a couple wheat-free yahoo groups and decided I probably had celiac. Joined Silly Yaks and learned about celiac symptoms I had no idea were related. Navigated the maze and got my labwork through Prometheus and got a diagnosis without having obvious test results. I am really pleased with this group as a resource and a support system. Thanks everyone! Trudy Newbie> > > > Hi,> > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are> grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read> some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first> starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded> within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always> nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical> Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a> Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D)> > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a> lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my> problems.> > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned> here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few> of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that> are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is> not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT> as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to> get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a> lot of recipes like that?> > Thanks.> > Sara> http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos> > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2006 Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Fabulous Trudy! It really isn’t ALL junk out here in the WWW, fortunately for us… Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of Trudy Verzosa Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 1:35 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: Re: Re: Newbie Thanks everyone for all the info about getting DD to survive her blood draw. Thanks to this group I was able to ask the pediatrician about the numbing cream. She didn't suggest it on her own, but was more than happy to write the prescription after I brought it up. I also successfully managed to get her to look into using Prometheus. She called my GI and decided to go with it. So I am happy we will be able to rely on the test results and that they will automatically do the gene testing if the celiac panel is inconclusive. In fact, I have this group to thank for the whole diagnosis really. I knew I had wheat issues, joined a couple wheat-free yahoo groups and decided I probably had celiac. Joined Silly Yaks and learned about celiac symptoms I had no idea were related. Navigated the maze and got my labwork through Prometheus and got a diagnosis without having obvious test results. I am really pleased with this group as a resource and a support system. Thanks everyone! Trudy Newbie > > > > Hi, > > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are > grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read > some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first > starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded > within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always > nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical > Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a > Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) > > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a > lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my > problems. > > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned > here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few > of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that > are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is > not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT > as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to > get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a > lot of recipes like that? > > Thanks. > > Sara > http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2006 Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Fabulous Trudy! It really isn’t ALL junk out here in the WWW, fortunately for us… Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of Trudy Verzosa Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 1:35 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: Re: Re: Newbie Thanks everyone for all the info about getting DD to survive her blood draw. Thanks to this group I was able to ask the pediatrician about the numbing cream. She didn't suggest it on her own, but was more than happy to write the prescription after I brought it up. I also successfully managed to get her to look into using Prometheus. She called my GI and decided to go with it. So I am happy we will be able to rely on the test results and that they will automatically do the gene testing if the celiac panel is inconclusive. In fact, I have this group to thank for the whole diagnosis really. I knew I had wheat issues, joined a couple wheat-free yahoo groups and decided I probably had celiac. Joined Silly Yaks and learned about celiac symptoms I had no idea were related. Navigated the maze and got my labwork through Prometheus and got a diagnosis without having obvious test results. I am really pleased with this group as a resource and a support system. Thanks everyone! Trudy Newbie > > > > Hi, > > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are > grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read > some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first > starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded > within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always > nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical > Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a > Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) > > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a > lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my > problems. > > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned > here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few > of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that > are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is > not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT > as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to > get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a > lot of recipes like that? > > Thanks. > > Sara > http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 16, 2006 Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Fabulous Trudy! It really isn’t ALL junk out here in the WWW, fortunately for us… Laurie lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of Trudy Verzosa Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 1:35 PM To: SillyYaks Subject: Re: Re: Newbie Thanks everyone for all the info about getting DD to survive her blood draw. Thanks to this group I was able to ask the pediatrician about the numbing cream. She didn't suggest it on her own, but was more than happy to write the prescription after I brought it up. I also successfully managed to get her to look into using Prometheus. She called my GI and decided to go with it. So I am happy we will be able to rely on the test results and that they will automatically do the gene testing if the celiac panel is inconclusive. In fact, I have this group to thank for the whole diagnosis really. I knew I had wheat issues, joined a couple wheat-free yahoo groups and decided I probably had celiac. Joined Silly Yaks and learned about celiac symptoms I had no idea were related. Navigated the maze and got my labwork through Prometheus and got a diagnosis without having obvious test results. I am really pleased with this group as a resource and a support system. Thanks everyone! Trudy Newbie > > > > Hi, > > My just turned 2yo was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. We are > grateful to have been given a diagnosis so quickly since we have read > some horror stories about how long it takes people. When we first > starting testing I immediately put him on a GF diet and he responded > within just a few days. That was good enough for me, but it's always > nice to have a doc agree with you. ;-) (For irony, the show Medical > Mysteries premiered the week Celiac was mentioned to us and they had a > Celiac boy on the show...weird. :-D) > > Anyway, we are currently trying to get the bread making down. Not a > lot of success but I read a few things here today that may explain my > problems. > > One question I have is about Glutenfreeda.com...I saw it mentioned > here in a message...do you think it's worth the money? I have a few > of Betty Hagman's books but am particularly looking for recipes that > are quick AND fattening. Since I have kids, her fast cooking book is > not a huge help to us since it's for people on a diet. My son has FTT > as a result of the Celiac and so he needs a lot of fattening foods to > get him back to where he ought to be. Does Glutenfreeda.com have a > lot of recipes like that? > > Thanks. > > Sara > http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/mistresninos > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 Cocoa Mama—great user name! Fortunately, cocoa is gluten free. Welcome. I’m pretty new myself and also think the information on this group is spectacular. Most of the stories I hear about visit to the doctor offer very little advice on the actual diet. Mine might have offered more, but I’d already done so much research… There’s good information in this group’s file, extensive information at www.celiac.com. Get a password and log in for the best access. I’ve just read “Dangerous Grains” and have “Against the Grain” to read next. I do like the “Gluten-free Bible” also, though I’ve heard some less-than enthusiastic response to it. The GF Bible is a light-hearted guide to becoming gluten-free. What you can do between now and test results (you know to stay on a gluten diet until your diagnosis is done, right?) is to start noticing your diet. Notice where gluten is and start letting go of the need to eat some of those gluten-y items. Good luck. Laurie in MA lbilyeu@... From: SillyYaks [mailto:SillyYaks ] On Behalf Of cocoa_mama70 Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2006 9:10 AM To: SillyYaks Subject: newbie First time posting here, have read several posts/messages, and loving all this information. Am going to the dr today for blood tests, I think I am celiac, showing several symptoms, have three " known " members in my immediate family with this...... and am very nervous about this appt today. My questions: what can I expect from the dr? And what is the best to do when starting out with going gluten free? A best book, or magazine, tips? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 > > Cocoa Mama-great user name! Fortunately, cocoa is gluten free. > > > > Welcome. I'm pretty new myself and also think the information on this group > is spectacular. Most of the stories I hear about visit to the doctor offer > very little advice on the actual diet. Mine might have offered more, but I'd > already done so much research. There's good information in this group's > file, extensive information at www.celiac.com <http://www.celiac.com/> . Get > a password and log in for the best access. I've just read " Dangerous Grains " > and have " Against the Grain " to read next. I do like the " Gluten-free Bible " > also, though I've heard some less-than enthusiastic response to it. The GF > Bible is a light-hearted guide to becoming gluten-free. > > > > What you can do between now and test results (you know to stay on a gluten > diet until your diagnosis is done, right?) is to start noticing your diet. > Notice where gluten is and start letting go of the need to eat some of those > gluten-y items. > > > > Good luck. > > > > Laurie in MA > > <mailto:lbilyeu@u...> lbilyeu@u... So far in what I have searched on the internet... this the the BEST site.... Thanks to all for suggestions and tips...... and I am really jealous of the areas that have gf restaurants and bakeries, etc... Am from the midwest here (iowa) not really to many choices that I have found yet.... Since I have been back to eating gluten in the past two weeks, I have been eating things that I know I won't be able to eat again, and hoping that when I feel so crummy again, I won't crave this anymore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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