Newly Diagnosed

Your child has just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes ... Now what? Find advice and resources for your family here.

Recent Posts

“Strong Not Despite Adversity, but Because of It”

by Jen M., Real Moms Talk Type 1

It’s the tagline for the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest in California, but it could be the tagline for families with type 1 diabetes.

The Year of Firsts

by Amy Drauschke

With type 1 diabetes, the learning doesn’t end when you leave the hospital.

Savory Cheddar-Swiss Fondue

Fondue can be D-kid-friendly! Here, find our favorite recipe along with tips for carb-counting dips and dunk-ables.
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4 Nag-Free Ways to Keep T1D Teens on Track

by Kim M., Real Moms Talk Type 1

Having diabetes has become so much a part of Kaitlyn’s life that she’s almost become desensitized to how important daily management tasks really are. Here’s what we’re doing to help her remember.

People in the Know: Going Back to MDI

Not So Pumped? If your teenager wants to switch back to multiple daily injections and you’re worried it will make diabetes management harder rather than easier, find expert answers here.