As a coach, I work with individuals and parents of children recently diagnosed with celiac disease. My twin daughters were diagnosed with celiac disease in 2014. I understand the stress and concerns that accompany the necessary lifestyle shift. We want our children to thrive physically, socially, and emotionally. Suddenly, everyday scenarios like birthday parties, play dates, school lunches, summer camp, traveling, and restaurant dining must be reconsidered and planned carefully.
News of a celiac disease diagnosis can be very overwhelming. With time, support, and knowledge, the daily will become more manageable. My goals are firstly, to assist you in becoming an informed, confident advocate. Secondly, to ensure that you benefit from the experience of someone who understands the nuances of the autoimmune disorder and required restrictive diet. And third, that you receive personalized resources to navigate the first several months of this lifelong diagnosis.
Not too long ago, working with a gluten-free diet was quite a challenge. Gluten-free meal preparation has become much easier as ingredients, resources, and recipes have become readily available.
I will assist you with the transition to a gluten-free and celiac-safe lifestyle.
News of a celiac disease diagnosis can be very overwhelming. With time, support, and knowledge, the daily will become more manageable. My goals are firstly, to assist you in becoming an informed, confident advocate. Secondly, to ensure that you benefit from the experience of someone who understands the nuances of the autoimmune disorder and required restrictive diet. And third, that you receive personalized resources to navigate the first several months of this lifelong diagnosis.
Not too long ago, working with a gluten-free diet was quite a challenge. Gluten-free meal preparation has become much easier as ingredients, resources, and recipes have become readily available.
I will assist you with the transition to a gluten-free and celiac-safe lifestyle.
- Together we will comb through your pantry, fridge, and freezer removing unsafe foods; transforming your kitchen into a celiac-safe environment.
- I will provide you with tips regarding kitchen layout/appliances/tools.
- You will have access to a personalized binder including detailed reference sheets that explain what celiac disease is and is not; how it is diagnosed and implications of the autoimmune disorder; communication templates for the school, neighbors, family, friends, and caretakers about celiac and how your child is affected; and referrals to medical professionals (GI specialists & dietitians).
- We will walk through the grocery store and I will offer you helpful tips on how to shop; identifying hidden gluten ingredients that often go overlooked.
- I will assist you with the necessary celiac restaurant-etiquette steps that will ease your mind.
- We'll also discuss ways of explaining to a child how things will change and what will remain the same. I will provide resources/guides for common scenarios like school lunches, birthday parties, get-togethers, traveling, etc.
Testimonial:
Meeting Melissa right after our family was diagnosed with Celiac disease was a game changer. Before working with Cozinha Coaching I was frustrated with not knowing which information was valuable or not, unsure of how to shop for our family, intimidated to go out to eat anywhere, and I didn't feel like our kids were safe eating in our own kitchen. I was constantly concerned, trying to research in every spare moment. Our dietitian referred us to Melissa and my life became more manageable. I understood the disease better, we cleaned out my kitchen and set it up to be Celiac friendly, she cut my shopping time down by more than half, and she supplied me with a wealth of information to navigate everything from school, family, and life events. Melissa is professional, very easy to work with, and fabulous with teaching the whole family. Our kids really enjoyed learning from her. She helped make this transition a better experience for all of us. I would highly recommend her services to anyone newly diagnosed with Celiac disease.
- Jacky H
Meeting Melissa right after our family was diagnosed with Celiac disease was a game changer. Before working with Cozinha Coaching I was frustrated with not knowing which information was valuable or not, unsure of how to shop for our family, intimidated to go out to eat anywhere, and I didn't feel like our kids were safe eating in our own kitchen. I was constantly concerned, trying to research in every spare moment. Our dietitian referred us to Melissa and my life became more manageable. I understood the disease better, we cleaned out my kitchen and set it up to be Celiac friendly, she cut my shopping time down by more than half, and she supplied me with a wealth of information to navigate everything from school, family, and life events. Melissa is professional, very easy to work with, and fabulous with teaching the whole family. Our kids really enjoyed learning from her. She helped make this transition a better experience for all of us. I would highly recommend her services to anyone newly diagnosed with Celiac disease.
- Jacky H
