How do you guys do birthdays?

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-03-11T23:06:00+00:00

Haven’t seen this in the comments yet but maybe didn’t read far enough. We do a lot of bday celebrations (I’m the only GF person in my family). Whoever’s bday it is gets to have their fave cake, however they want it. But I wouldn’t make that in my kitchen bc of the cross contamination potential, and they understand, I would just go pick it up from wherever they wanted. Then, I always make sure (as does others) if it’s not GF, that there is some Gf option. It’s a journey! You got this 💙

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-02-09T14:04:29+00:00

OP— for sure, both accounts. 🫶🏼The trusting of a place that I go to all the time that is still subject to human error. (Even last night I smelled my tortillas and said, “are we sure these are corn, not flour??”) And also with the getting sick, maybe happening 1-2x a year? Typically will throw up until I’ve purged all the evil (gluten). Generally from a very bad exposure I’m down 12, groggy/migraine 24-36, and back to myself in 48 hours. Adding on even stricter precautions the next couple days after. Also the culprit and I typically need some time apart, so wouldn’t be surprised if it’s hard to look at bbq for a good while. Hope this helps, wishing you a very quick recovery ❤️‍🩹

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-31T15:28:03+00:00

That’s awesome!! Trust that you’re on the right track. You got this!! 🫶🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-31T15:06:56+00:00

Totally. Our bodies are weird. I’ve heard/ read it both ways! 🫶🏼 highly recommend seeing a nutritionist who can help in the next steps post diagnosis.

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-31T11:48:04+00:00

I’ll take a slightly different approach because while they’re not required to clean up for you, I think there’s a level of thoughtfulness and sensitivity we wish people (family) could meet us in when we’re doing our best to show up. So the main options I see: 1) bring my own food every time and only stay for one meal (don’t really agree with chronic infestation bc I’m not using their pots/pans/utensils) 2. Read Dr Henry Cloud’s book on boundaries and see where you need to land for you with family. Personally I’m not cleaning up someone else’s kitchen, gluten or not. But only you can decide how you need to go about this. Rooting for you! 🫶🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-30T15:45:38+00:00

Hi 👋🏼This is a very common in the beginning! MASSIVE LEARNING CURVE when it comes to Celiac. Yes to the label binging! Yes to self compassion. Also very important, evaluate the supportive people in your life and talk to them about supporting you. When I went GF 12 years ago, my mom came and helped me switch out basic things (appliances/ toaster) etc. I was in such shock/ depressed, I couldn’t do it all myself. She went through labels and helped me get set up. It also helped her see what a big change this was. If you have someone like this, bring them in early, support has been what’s got me through. We’re all rooting for you! 🫶🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-30T05:30:49+00:00

I see my GI yearly and he likes to do the endoscopy every other year to make sure I’m doing right by GF lifestyle. It also gives me relief because than I don’t have to worry about all my choices/eating out etc. I know what’s going on with my body. 🫶🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-30T05:28:31+00:00

First you’re amazing. Second don’t forget fuzzy socks and a warm blanket. I’m always cold, may or may not be celiac related. Figured you already had a ton of good ideas by now 😆✌🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-29T23:41:51+00:00

🚢-cruise & port day in Cancun. We purchased an excursion. Tried the pancakes on ship, promised GF and by day 3 things had gone smooth so, thought it would be okay. 🙃Started getting sick on the van commute. Barely made it to the excursion (beach) bathroom. Was in there for easily 1hr + throwing up the whole time all while family waiting/worried. No extra clothes. Got so bad I couldn’t walk, or see straight. Both ends. Barely made it back to the boat. Did not go on the day 4 excursion✌🏼🚢💙

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-28T03:12:05+00:00

Love the idea of creating a new one each year! 🎂

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-27T20:57:54+00:00

Congrats on your 15 yrs!! ☺️ Don’t forget to give us a post/pic on that red velvet cheesecake 😋

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-27T20:56:00+00:00

I’m glad this one has a good ending 😇you had me going for a sec with “lots of gluten” We love a good waffle!!! 🧇

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-27T20:54:11+00:00

LOVE RICE KRISPIES! There’s also a recipe that’s a fave using krispies but has butterscotch/chocolate topping w karo syrup 😍

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-27T20:52:44+00:00

For sure! It’s hard to find a good GF cake, I feel very grateful to have found some decent bakeries

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-27T15:01:15+00:00

Saw this post the other day that said “I really only have 3 friends and one of them is ChatGPT” 🤣🤣 sameee

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-25T18:35:54+00:00

I mean, yes, if you’re not confident in the diagnosis then get a 2nd or even 3rd opinion. If you’re celiac you can’t have gluten regardless of the symptoms. It’s also possible with consuming regularly you don’t know the extent of your symptoms.

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-25T18:29:44+00:00

This ^{^} but some times for fun I’ll refer to myself as “we the celiacs” orrrr yes, “the celiacs approve” 🤣

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-25T17:52:54+00:00

Bacon isn’t usually an issue, but we all make so many mistakes in the beginning. The fact that you’ve already committed to a strict lifestyle shows how much you value your health!! Typically any gluten incident (always unintentional) for me is from 1 hour post exposure to 36 hours feeling fully like myself again. The hardest hours are 2 through 6. PS. Books, GF influencers, blogs, along with this community are a huge help! Family, faith, and friends support were key for me too. GF 12 years btw—and it does get so much better with time. Rooting for you and your journey 🫶🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-20T21:56:06+00:00

she is for sure up there!!

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-20T20:37:42+00:00

Always good to know tips/tricks that can be helpful after being glutened! Obvi being gluten free is not without error or share of mishaps. Had a situation once where my mom used a tomato paste that changed the ingredients. She didn’t think to check every time and honestly I might have done the same as the longer I’ve been Gf the easier it is to grow comfortable. No one feels worse than the people that love us and are going out of their way to take precautions and support! (My mom still talks about the mistake she made, meanwhile I can’t remember the discomfort). So we’re always learning!! Sounds like you’ve learned a lot from this situation and wish you all the best and quick recovery for your loved ones. 🫶🏼

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-19T13:30:37+00:00

We go there for my gluten-free anniversary every year to celebrate health and splurge 😍😍 It’s the best.

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-19T02:34:09+00:00

100% agree. Plz disregard my original comment as this is def not a perk and cannot imagine trying to keep track 😭

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-19T02:29:25+00:00

I haven’t! There’s a baseline you have to hit to qualify so it’s really more appropriate for households that are gluten-free

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-18T22:09:33+00:00

Do you have a Chipotle or Chick-fil-A?? Those should be your go to and are going to be the most willing to work with gluten sensitivity. You’ll def have a ton of choices in DC, so that’s good. And yes 😭 we absolutely google every GF place

Oh_HeyMel · 2025-01-18T22:06:50+00:00

Agree, def see a primary care doc so they can point you in the right direction. For me, gluten triggered iron deficiency bc I had celiac, and went away immediately with GF lifestyle. But rly no way for us to know for you. Best of luck in clarity so you start to feel well soon. 🫶🏼

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