There are so many things to do and plan when you take a vacation and have a child with Type 1 Diabetes! We are already making sure that all children have their favorite bedtime snacks like popcorn. Then we try to pack some basic medications and essential oils to make our trip run smoother. Then you have to pack for the child with Type 1 Diabetes.
…
This is our second November to be personally involved in Type 1 Diabetes since Eldest was diangosed 12/13/14. Just like last year JDRF is offering a free overlay that says, “T1D Looks Like Me”. It is easy and you can turn any picture into a Type 1 Diabetes support image! I am sharing one of Eldest’s Halloween costume pictures that I added the “T1D Looks Like Me” overlay below.
This is supposed to be an estimation of the supplies that Eldest has used since diagnosis. I believe that it’s a little low on the number of finger pricks.
…
Project Blue November has made it their goal to support Type 1 Diabetes awareness all year long! I am a wee bit behind in prepping information, blog posts, and social shares But I know that it is valuable to share what Type 1 Diabetes really looks like to those who don’t live with it each and every day! I don’t know where this month will take us and I cannot make any promises but please join us each day in November as we share how T1D affects our son and family!
…
If you have a teenager or two in your house, then you know the importance of recognizing how amazing they are for their uniqueness and individual talents and abilities. How often do you tell your teen what makes them so amazing? I took the Go Big challenge from Yoplait to write a letter to my teen to share why I feel he is amazing! How about you? Will you take a few moments to write a letter telling your teen how amazing they are?
…
Oh boy is this such a hot topic and filled with emotion! I feel that I should share the steps to take in appealing an insurance decision since I have dealt with this multiple times in the short time since Eldest was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes on 12/13/14! Just like with anything new, there’s a steep learning curve.
…
