People in the Know: What Is Looping?
Families with type 1 diabetes have several options for automating insulin delivery based on CGM readings. Just how much daily diabetes care do the systems take off your plate?
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People in the Know: Time in Range
An endocrinologist explains how time in range can help provide a clearer picture of a child’s diabetes management.
People in the Know: What Is Sugar Surfing™?
If your child uses a CGM (continuous glucose monitor), see if this next-level technique could help you keep blood sugar under tighter control.
People in the Know: A Different Girl After Diagnosis
What do you do when your outgoing, sociable teenager suddenly becomes shy and private after a type 1 diabetes diagnosis? Find an expert answer here.
People in the Know: Preparing for Severe Low Blood Sugar
It’s low, but is it that serious? How to mentally (and physically) prepare to make the call in the moment on administering emergency treatment.
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.
People in the Know: Daylight Saving Time
Q: “Do I need to adjust my child’s type 1 diabetes care when there’s a time change?” Find answers here.
People in the Know: How to Give Your Child a “Diabetes Vacation”
Q: “I’m worried our son is heading towards diabetes burnout. I’ve read about giving kids a ‘diabetes vacation’ to help them through times of stress. What does that mean exactly, and how do I do it?” Find an expert answer here.
People in the Know: Diabetes and Her First Period
Q: “Our daughter is entering puberty, and we want to help her be prepared, especially when it comes to how menstruation could affect her blood sugar management. What should we know?” Find an expert answer here.
People in the Know: The Artificial Pancreas
Q: “Now that the artificial pancreas has been approved, I have so many questions… How does it work? Is it a good fit for my child? Will we still need to count carbs and do finger sticks?” Find an expert answer here.