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Aging & Adulting Resources for School Emotional Well-Being Routine Building The Science of CF

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Growing Up Isn’t Always Easy to Do

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Discussing Your Health Needs With Your Employer

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Investing in the Future

Starting Elementary School

Go to Cystic Fibrosis College Transition Guide page

Back-to-School Checklist

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Your Guide to IEPs and 504 Plans

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Take a Mindful Moment Podcast: A Guided Meditation

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Getting in Tune with Your Emotions

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Take a Deep Breath

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Staying on Track Journal

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Prep for Success: Meal Planning to Fit Your Life

Heading Off to College?

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Moving Forward After a CF Diagnosis

Go to Staying on Track with Nutrition & Fitness Goals PDF

How CF Manifests in the Body Over Time

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The Sweat Chloride Connection

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Heading to High School

New school. New friends. New workload. As a caregiver, it can be both exciting and nerve-wracking to see your teen take on the epic highs and lows of high school…

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Adventure is Calling

Got travel in your future? Whether you’re going away to relax—or making the trip for work or an appointment…

Understanding CF Below the Surface

Cystic fibrosis (CF) feels a little different for everyone. But it all starts with a problem within the cells. Mutations found…

Uncommon Lungs, a Podcast by Everyday CF

Perspectives From the CF Community

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Everyone's experience with CF is unique. Listen along as individuals in the community share their diverse perspectives on how CF impacts day-to-day life, and get useful information to help empower you in your own journey.

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Recipes Curated for the CF Community

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Chicken and Dumpling Bake

40 minutes

5 servings

Tofu Hash With Smashed Potatoes

30 minutes

4 servings

Easy Lasagna

45 minutes

6 servings

Strawberry Icebox Cake

15 minutes*

6 servings

Warm Salad with Hazelnuts and Lemon

30 minutes

4 servings

Sunny Citrus Bars

70 minutes

8 servings

Roasted Root Vegetable Medley

65 minutes

4 servings

Venezuela's "Reina Pepiada" Arepa

60 minutes

8 servings

Savory Two-Meat Dominican "Sancocho"

60 minutes*

6 servings

Mexican-Style Hot Chocolate

25 minutes

6 servings

Tasty Chicken in Creamy Chipotle Sauce

60 minutes

6 servings

Crunchy Beef "Jibarito" Sandwich

20 minutes*

4 servings

Salmon With Herbs & Honey Mustard

10 minutes

2 servings

High-Calorie Hummus

5 minutes

5 servings

Sesame Chicken Bites With Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

20 minutes

4 servings

Rainbow Veggie Wraps

15 minutes

4 servings

Simple Beef Stroganoff

20 minutes

6 servings

PB&J French Toast

15 minutes

2 servings

Chicken Pepper Bake

45 minutes

6 servings

Chocolate Energy Balls

20 minutes

9 servings

Turkey Meatloaf

30 minutes

4 servings

Homemade Vanilla Pudding

10 minutes<sup>†</sup>

4 servings

Peanut Butter Balls

10 minutes*

8 servings

Anytime Spaghetti

5 minutes

1 serving

Omelet in a Mug

5 minutes

1 serving

Seasoned Turkey Meatballs

15 minutes

6 servings

Guacamole

10 minutes

4 servings

Cookie Cake in a Mug

5 minutes

1 serving

Pizza Rolls

40 minutes

8 servings

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

5 minutes

4 servings

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

5 minutes

2 servings

No-Bake Energy Balls

10 minutes

9 servings

Chia Pudding

5 minutes<sup>†</sup>

1 serving

Porridge With Walnuts, Apples, Raisins, and Cinnamon

15 minutes

2 servings

Beef Stew

90 minutes

6 servings

Stir-Fried Chicken, Eggs, and Wild Rice

20 minutes

2 servings

Raspberry Orange Smoothie

5 minutes

2 servings

Monkey Bread

50 minutes

12 servings

Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats

5 minutes*

1 serving

Turkey and Black Bean Chili

75 minutes

4 servings

Sweet Potato Fries

30 minutes

4 servings

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Resources for Families

Moving Forward After a CF Diagnosis

If your loved one just received a cystic fibrosis (CF) diagnosis, it’s best to talk to your child’s CF care team to better understand their individual needs and develop a plan.…

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Transitioning to College:
Resources to Get Your
Loved One Ready

When your loved one transitions to college, your role as a caregiver may shift more than ever before as they take ownership of their day-to-day routines…

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Build routines and keep up with helpful habits using these templates, prompts, and tips.

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