Figuring Out Physical Activity With T1D
by Kim M., Real Moms Talk Type 1
You finally get the basal rates and bolus ratios figured out, and then you throw exercise into the mix and everything changes! Here are some strategies we’ve learned.
Sports & Fitness
T1D Tips for Every Fall Sport
Each activity poses slightly different considerations when it comes to balancing blood sugar and performance.
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.
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.
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….
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.
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…
What We’re Doing to Model Healthy Habits
A few months ago, my husband and I had a very rare occurrence: We woke up on a Saturday morning and said to each other, “What do you want to…