Allergy Free Easter Treats

Ever since we have realized that Griff has allergies, I have been obsessed about making sure he feels like he isn't missing out or isn't included. This was all in vain up till about a month ago. Before that he was too into whatever toy he was playing with and VERY easily distracted. Lately this hasn't been the case.
At my Grandma's house last week Griff spotted Easter jelly beans and instantly wanted one. Badly. And I had to say no because there wasn't an ingredient list on the jar. He cried. My Grandma felt terrible. And the alternative treat that I always have handy wasn't going to cut it. He cried for a few minutes and I thought about doing the same ( I know, all over jelly beans??), Then I told him that he couldn't because we didn't know what's in them and they could potentially make him sick. Repeating this a few times (plus the loonie my Grandma gave him!) seemed to work..
Needless to say at my Grandma's birthday this week I think I tried to fix the issue prior to it occurring. I offered to make the cake. Now which Grandma do you know that doesn't LOVE Lightning MCQueen Cupcakes?? Every Seniors dream I'm sure! My Grandma is a good woman.






So, Easter is coming and those who have kids with allergies know that the usual Mr. Bunny chocolate isn't safe. My mom found an awesome website, www.guardianangelfoods.com . Based out of Quebec, they ship allergy free treats safely across the country for every occasion. I totally recommend them!

The Joys of Potty Training..

Griff starts preschool in September...hopefully. One of the requirements is to be fully potty trained. I am currently home from work for four weeks with a broken foot so I figured there was no time like the present. The process started over a week ago and until this morning I wasn't sure he was ever going to get it. I had tried everything but he didn't seem to be catching on. I thought. Every time I see Griffen needing to use the washroom I take him where he proceeds to cry, tell me he's scared, etc. I believe him and that's when it all begins. We have tried the iPad, reading, toys, and bribes but it hasn't been getting us anywhere.

Griffen's nanny, Ofelia came to live with us over two years ago when he first got diagnosed with allergies. I had originally planned on putting him in a dayhome while I was at work, but he was only one year old and I was concerned about him being around milk, eggs (he was allergic to eggs at the time), and nuts. So we decided on a nanny instead. Which was an awesome decision.
He loves her dearly and apparently listens to her better than me...
She came into the washroom this morning while Griff and I were having a potty training "discussion". He was crying and I was stumped. She informed me that two days ago, while I wasn't home Griffen told her twice he had to go number two, and went independently without an issue. Hmmmm. That changes everything. She also told me that for weeks now he tells her when he needs to pee and rarely has an accident. Awesome.

Apparently Cody and I have been played like a fiddle by our three year old. Including two trips to Walmart for spaceships, downloaded itunes movies, treats, and the list goes on. So the game plan has changed. If he can do it for his "YaYa" (that's what he calls her), he can do it for his Mommy. I'll keep you posted:)

Snake for Supper

Tonight as we were making supper, I asked Griffen to ask his Dad to "check on the steaks". He did as he was told no problem. As we were sitting down to eat, he said "Yum, this is good snake". Peanut/Dairy free snake. Delicious. So cute.

First Post Ever!!!

Well, here we go..

I have been thinking about doing this for a long time. And reading tonnes of other blogs. So today is the day. I am making my first post.

My first thoughts for this blog began when Griffen had just turned one and was diagnosed with a nut, egg, and dairy allergy. I was floored. And stressed. If I had actually gotten it together to begin my blog, it would have been much different than now.

Griff still has allergies, only to peanuts and dairy now, but life is much different. I have since returned to work, and learned to manage his allergies, keeping him safe and happy. I have my days, and he has his. But we are learning... and not just about his allergies.. but about raising a three year old boy in general!