Hi there! I noticed you were in ottawa and would love to meet up with other "hair challenged" girls:). I am pretty new to all of this and would love to chat.

Come and meet up for coffee and chat at Timothy's, College Square, Baseline Road on Wed, June 23rd at 7:00 pm.

Love to see you there!

Julia

Hi Natalie,

Nice to meet you! Us Ottawa gals should get together over a coffee - we could have our own little support group. I'd be happy to organize it if there is interest?

Have a wonderful day,

Julia :)

Hi Natalie
I am from the Ottawa area too. I have 2 grown children and have had AA for alittle over 3 years. Until I found this site I have not met anyone in Ottawa with this condition or a support group.
Sounds like you keep busy and have a great attitude.
Have a great day
Wendy

Hey-

How is your day going? I don't think you overstated in your profile! you have alot going on!!. One of my best friends- who recently moved to FL- used to be a school bus driver. She had some interesting stories! Always kept her hopping...so I know that it tough. You must be a morning person!!

I love children too- I do not have any but do have two awesome little nephews. The are 5 & 2 years old. The 5 year old cracks me up- he comes up with the funniest things to say. Shew though I am always amazed how my house looks like a tornado went through after they leave!! :) Ever step on a hot wheel car? ouch! How old are your children? I'm sure they love you being at school!

Heather

Hi!

You really do seem to have a great attitude! I'm not sure which digestive info you are asking about? But the GI is linked to what ever is transpiring elsewhere in the body. And I have read that people with autoimmune diseases have impaired digestion. I've seen a holistic doc who explained to me that a healthy intestine allows only digested nutrient to pass in to our bloodstream-- and when there is an impairment then undigested foods and bacteria can pass through. And that can trigger a immune reaction.

Also diets high in carbohydrates, fats and sugary foods can lead to bad bacteria and yeast in the GI tract.

I am so interested to hear how your gluten free diet goes! That is tough to do! I'd like to try it- am such a picky eater so I think that is why I have been dragging me feet. The holistic doc also suggested to do a GI Cleanse, take probiotics. omega 3's (fish or flax), vitamin D, curcumin and to stay away from processed foods- There is actually a anti-autoimmune diet! You can read about it online. I am taking the supplements- just need to get my butt in gear for the diet part!

So what kind of volunteer work do you do? wow two children and 2 jobs- how do you do it!? I'm impressed! :)

Have a great night,
Heather

Hello and welcome, Lindsay!
I know how hard alopecia can be; I have had it for about 30 years. After I became the spokesperson for the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, a lot of women were needing my help and support, so I wrote a book called, "If Your Hair Falls Out, Keep Dancing!" You can find out more on my page -- and it's available on this site under "Bookshelf." Let me know if there's anything else I can do!
LeslieAnn

Helloooooooo! Where are you in the Ottawa area? I am in NOrth Gower.....Ohhhhhhh wig places in Ottawa. Wish I could say something good about them but pretty much they are all horrible.....I ordered mine online.... I bought one wig from a lady in Perth... Sharon Cavanagh.... She isn't too bad.... I will send you a private message as I don't want to bash in public two places in Ottawa.

Welcome!!!! You know you are the first person I have met in the Ottawa area that has this. I have felt completely alone because I couldn't find an Alopcia support group in Ottawa....

Hi Natalie Lindsay!

Welcome to Alopecia world- I hope find this site to be as helpful and therapeutic as I have!

Hey- a "poor me" day only 1-2 time a month! I'd say you are handling this great!! Look forward to knowing you better.

Heather