Talking Type 1: Sports

As a T1D parent, you don’t want type 1 to interfere with sports and other activities your kid loves — but sometimes it just does. In the latest episode of our new video series, Talking Type 1, one mom shares how she helped her son pull out of a low point when it seemed that diabetes might keep him out of the game for good.
T1D Tips for Every Fall Sport

T1D Tips for Every Fall Sport

Each activity poses slightly different considerations when it comes to balancing blood sugar and performance.
Kayla Brown

Going the Distance With Type 1 Diabetes

by Kayla Brown, guest blogger, Kayla’s Life Notes

I was never a runner, but I started training for the Tinker Bell 10K, and before I knew it, I was falling in love with the sport. I was also learning how to manage my diabetes all over again.
Jen

Outdoor Education (Part 4): Water Sports

by Jen M., Real Moms Talk Type 1

We had a great time out on the water. But I found that I was unprepared to deal with some of the challenges type 1 diabetes presents on the open ocean.
James

Outdoor Education (Part 3): CGM Devices and Other Things that Go Bump in the Night

by Jen M., Real Moms Talk Type 1

So I’ve told you about all the prep leading up to James’ week of Outdoor Education with his class (a.k.a. “camp”), which I ended up chaperoning. Now let me tell you how it went…

People in the Know: Scuba Diving

Q: “Our vacation plans include scuba diving. Is this activity safe for kids with diabetes?” Find an expert answer here.

Physical Fitness OUR Way!

Every February, it manages to surprise me. Inevitably someone at church makes a remark like, “It’s nice to see that everyone is actually here today!” and the congregation laughs good-naturedly. Each year at that moment I realize, “Ah, it is Super Bowl® Sunday!” and that the big joke is we’re attending our church meetings instead … Read More »

People in the Know: Away Games

Q: “Our son’s junior varsity baseball team will travel at least once a week this spring to schools up to two hours away. How can we make traveling to these away games work with type 1 diabetes?” Find the expert answer here.
Kaitlyn

Track and Field With Type 1

I can picture it now… Kaitlyn is lining up at the starting line. All the other runners are positioned and ready to start the race. All the parents and families are sitting in the bleachers. The official announces the race and makes the last call for runners to be in their place. The runners get … Read More »

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