A Gluten Free Podcast
Episode 202
My guest on today’s episode is founder of The Coeliac Connection and author of the Ebook “Surviving the first year of childhood coeliac disease”, Joanne Wynne. We’ll talk about Joanne's daughter’s coeliac disease diagnosis, how the diagnosis impacts the family as a whole and tips for parents navigating coeliac disease and gluten free life for their children.
What we’ll cover:
* Introducing Joanne Wynne
* Jo’s daughter’s coeliac disease symptoms
* Jo’s own gluten free journey
* Jo given incorrect and misleading advice from a health professional prior to her daughter’s coeliac disease diagnosis
* Jo’s daughter’s gluten challenge
* Jo’s daughter’s coeliac disease gastroscopy results
* How Jo’s daughter's coeliac disease diagnosis impacted her family’s life
* How Jo's family adjusted to the diagnosis and keep their daughter safe
* How the family embraced the coeliac disease diagnosis
* Suport networks
* How Jo navigated the emotional toll of coeliac disease with her daughter
* Importance of looking after yourself and loved ones when a coeliac disease diagnosis happens in the family
* Strategies and tips for parents navigating coeliac disease blood tests for their children
* Tips and strategies for helping children get through the gluten challenge
* Preventing cross contamination in the home kitchen
* Gluten free pantry staples
* How to approach your child’s coeliac disease at school, parties, playdates, etc
* Communication and advocating at events for your child with coeliac disease
* Online resources
* Joanne’s advice on dealing with a new diagnosis for their child
Links
Follow Joanne on Instagram & Facebook
Buy Joanne’s Ebook, Surviving The First Year Of Childhood Coeliac Disease: Our Family’s Experience With Transitioning To Gluten Free Living, One Day At A Time
Coeliac Australia's resources for children
Buy Emla numbing patches (This is an Amazon Affiliate link. We will receive a small commission on your purchase)
Join A Gluten Free Podcast Facebook Group
📬 Stay connected:
Instagram: @a.gffamily
Email: [email protected]
Please subscribe, share, or leave a review - it really helps grow our coeliac and gluten free community!
This podcast reflects personal experiences and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for individual guidance.
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By Ben Hampton
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A Gluten Free Podcast
Episode 202
My guest on today’s episode is founder of The Coeliac Connection and author of the Ebook “Surviving the first year of childhood coeliac disease”, Joanne Wynne. We’ll talk about Joanne's daughter’s coeliac disease diagnosis, how the diagnosis impacts the family as a whole and tips for parents navigating coeliac disease and gluten free life for their children.
What we’ll cover:
* Introducing Joanne Wynne
* Jo’s daughter’s coeliac disease symptoms
* Jo’s own gluten free journey
* Jo given incorrect and misleading advice from a health professional prior to her daughter’s coeliac disease diagnosis
* Jo’s daughter’s gluten challenge
* Jo’s daughter’s coeliac disease gastroscopy results
* How Jo’s daughter's coeliac disease diagnosis impacted her family’s life
* How Jo's family adjusted to the diagnosis and keep their daughter safe
* How the family embraced the coeliac disease diagnosis
* Suport networks
* How Jo navigated the emotional toll of coeliac disease with her daughter
* Importance of looking after yourself and loved ones when a coeliac disease diagnosis happens in the family
* Strategies and tips for parents navigating coeliac disease blood tests for their children
* Tips and strategies for helping children get through the gluten challenge
* Preventing cross contamination in the home kitchen
* Gluten free pantry staples
* How to approach your child’s coeliac disease at school, parties, playdates, etc
* Communication and advocating at events for your child with coeliac disease
* Online resources
* Joanne’s advice on dealing with a new diagnosis for their child
Links
Follow Joanne on Instagram & Facebook
Buy Joanne’s Ebook, Surviving The First Year Of Childhood Coeliac Disease: Our Family’s Experience With Transitioning To Gluten Free Living, One Day At A Time
Coeliac Australia's resources for children
Buy Emla numbing patches (This is an Amazon Affiliate link. We will receive a small commission on your purchase)
Join A Gluten Free Podcast Facebook Group
📬 Stay connected:
Instagram: @a.gffamily
Email: [email protected]
Please subscribe, share, or leave a review - it really helps grow our coeliac and gluten free community!
This podcast reflects personal experiences and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for individual guidance.
Head to happytummies.com.au & use our code GFCHRISTMAS to save 20% off Free From Family Co everyday range!
Valid from 8th Nov - 25th December, 2025.
Up to 25% discounts on Bask & Co products site-wide and with NO discount codes required! FREE shipping on orders over $99. Only while stocks last! Shop here🥣
Celiac Cruise - a 100% gluten free vacation cruise is setting sail on two Australian cruises in 2026: one to the South Pacific and the other to New Zealand. There'll of course be awesome 100% gluten free food onboard, heaps of fun stuff to do, educational talks and a community of people who understand each other.
Buy your tickets here & see ya onboard gluten free fam!
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