Articles and Resources for the Gluten-Free School Years

Being the parent of a gluten-free child isn’t easy, but you’re not alone!

We’ve gathered top bloggers and parents to share their tips and lessons learned in raising a gluten-free child. This is real advice from the trenches.

Note: These bloggers and contributors are not medical experts except when otherwise stated. Consult with your child’s physician regarding his or her specific needs.

Gluten-Free Nutrition & Physical Health

• It’s Never Too Early to Start

  Beyond Celiac President Alice Bast shares her tips for nurturing your child’s gluten-free awareness.

• Cooking Gluten-Free with the “Picky Eater”

  Is your child resistant to trying new foods? These strategies can help them step outside their comfort zone.

• 5 Tips on Laying Gluten-Free Ground Rules for the Family

  What to do when your family doesn’t take gluten-free seriously.

• 5 Ways to Get Your Gluten-Free Kid to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

  Use these tried-and-true strategies to help your child learn to love fruits and veggies.

• Gluten-Free Holiday Cooking With Your Kids

  There are many ways to keep your gluten-free child safe and teach valuable cooking skills this holiday season.

• Parent Perspective: Sindey Wilton, mother of 4-year-old Markis

  Only 6 months after her son was diagnosed, Sindey is still learning the ropes…and she’s eager to hear more.

• Parent Perspective: Jaime Lipson, mother of 4-year-old Aden

  From diagnosis to daycare, this mom is determined to keep her celiac child safe.

• Feeding a Gluten-Free Toddler

  A Beyond Celiac exclusive! Get a list of quick and easy gluten-free foods that will please a toddler or preschooler’s palate.

Emotional & Social Health

• Summer Camp: Selecting the Best Option for your Gluten-Free Kid

  Tips for sending your child to summer camp.

• Is Your Child Embarrassed About Having Celiac? Here’s What to Do

  A college student diagnosed with celiac at age 13 explains what worked for her.

• Help – I Can’t Eat Girl Scout Cookies! Being a Scout with Celiac

  A former Girl Scout explains how to ‘be prepared’ for gluten-free challenges.

• 5 Things Parents Should Know About Going Gluten-Free

  “Know the facts and keep it fun,” says celiac mom and gluten-free pro Jill Brack.

• How to Embrace Gluten-Free Halloween

  Ghouls, ghosts and gluten – Oh my! Talk to your child about safe and unsafe candy before you trick-or-treat.

• Celiac Expert Q&A: Dr. Edward Hoffenberg

  The Beyond Celiac Medical Advisory Board member talks about treating children with celiac disease in his practice.

School Issues

• Tips for a Gluten-Free Preschool Day

  Anticipate the challenges and work with teachers to help your gluten-free toddler stay safe.

• Gluten-Free College Dining Halls: Challenge 1

  The first in a series about one mom’s fight for gluten-free needs on campus.

• Gluten-Free College Dining Halls: Challenge 2

  The second installment in a series about gluten-free struggles on campus.

• Gluten-Free College Dining Halls: Lessons Learned

  Keep these pointers in mind when approaching dining services about your child’s gluten-free needs.