My six-year-old son was diagnosed with celiac disease just before he turned three. What a relief it was to have some answers! Though there was initially a huge learning curve, the switch to a gluten-free diet made such a difference to his health and overall well-being.
In our celiac journey so far, I’ve learned how essential it is to make sure everyone we entrust with his care is fully aware of what celiac disease is and how to keep him safely included in what everyone else is doing. This has given me the opportunity to stretch my advocacy skills as a parent and develop my advocacy skills as an ally to all who are affected by celiac disease. I am thrilled to be part of the Reach Beyond Celiac Ambassador Program so I can begin to have an impact on a larger scale.
I look forward to increasing awareness and understanding of celiac disease while also providing support to others on their celiac journey!
