Learn how to maximize nutrition for all stages of life on the gluten-free diet. The third series in “All Things Celiac” will feature celiac disease dietitians Tara McCarthy, MS, RDN, LDN, of Boston Children’s Hospital; Pam Cureton, RDN, LDN, of Massachusetts General Hospital; and Melinda Dennis, MS, RDN, LDN, of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. They will showcase the nuances ... Read More
Celiac Kids Connection 2020 Holiday Party! Even though we can't all be together in person this year, we hope your family will still join us on Sunday December 6th at 12pm for some gluten-free virtual holiday cheer! We will host a variety of activities throughout the day (cookie decorating, trivia, a scavenger hunt, and fun with DJ Mike!) Sign on ... Read More
Optimum health for people with celiac disease includes good mental health. Join Sarah Ballou, PhD, director of Gastrointestinal Psychology Services at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Mary Shull, MD, pediatric gastroenterologist at Children’s Hospital Colorado, for a compelling session on “A New Perspective: The Psychology of Dealing with a Chronic Disease.” Dr. Shull will discuss what is known and ... Read More
Join the Celiac Disease Programs at Boston Children's Hospital, Children's National Hospital, Celiac Kids Connection and the team from Schar for a story time filled with tales of food, adventure and fun from Big Joe! His name is Joe Pagliuca, but you can call him Big Joe! That was the name given to him during his days as a preschool ... Read More
Our Celiac Kids Connection board of directors meets regularly to plan activities and set the goals and objectives for our group. Attending a board meeting is a great way to learn more about us, our activities and how we operate. All members are welcome to attend and we love having your input. Contact by email at CeliacKidsConnection@childrens.harvard.edu for the Zoom ... Read More
Have you ever wondered how Schär makes those fluffy hazelnut crème filled gluten-free croissants? Well you don't have to wonder anymore! Join the Celiac Disease Programs at Boston Children's Hospital, Children's National Hospital and the team from Schär to learn how these tasty creations come to life. You'll get a behind the scenes look into the manufacturing facility and learn ... Read More
Another session in our monthly series brought to you as part of our collaboration between Celiac Disease Programs at Boston Children's Hospital, Children's National Hospital and the team from Schär. This month we will have an in-depth look at celiac disease in schools. We'll touch on the new 2020 Voluntary Recommendations for Managing Celiac Disease in Learning Environments, discuss where ... Read More
Our Celiac Kids Connection board of directors meets regularly to plan activities and set the goals and objectives for our group. Attending a board meeting is a great way to learn more about us, our activities and how we operate. All members are welcome to attend and we love having your input. Contact by email at CeliacKidsConnection@childrens.harvard.edu for the Zoom ... Read More
Managing celiac disease presents unique medical, emotional and social challenges; having more than one autoimmune disease in an individual or family requires additional coping skills. Join Dr. Edwin Liu, Director of the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, and Janis Arnold, MSW, LICSW, licensed social worker at Boston Children’s Hospital for a compelling session on science and social support. Dr. Liu ... Read More
