These famous moms and dads know all the behind-the-scenes work you put into taking care of your child’s type 1 diabetes — because they’ve been there too.
Wise beyond their years, Disney characters seem to have an uncanny appreciation for what it takes to navigate life, parenting, and somehow even T1D.
Grace Rooney hopes her book will help kids know that they are not alone in their fears, concerns, and questions when a brother or sister has type 1.
These mothers and their children share more than love and family—they also share type 1 diabetes. Here they describe the special bond their common condition creates, and a glimpse into the struggles and silver linings of living the T1D life together.
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.
When Crystal Bowersox was diagnosed with type 1 at age 6, she began to sing and make music as a way to cope. Little did she know that the unique country/folk/rock style she created would someday land her a spot on American Idol®. Here, she shares some of the high notes from her experience as a performer, parent, and advocate with type 1.
Nicole Johnson was crowned Miss America in 1999, five years after her diagnosis with type 1 diabetes during college. Now a mom, Nicole reflects on the changes she’s seen since she first started her diabetes advocacy and the importance of having role models with type 1.
Checks, boluses, carb counting… If you’ve ever thought, “My kid deserves a medal for all this work,” you might be right!
Whether you’re looking for ways to support a friend or relative in a truly tangible way—or ideas for how to answer when others offer you assistance—take a look at how other D-parents made the most of the helping hands extended in their direction in the days and weeks following diagnosis.
We’re proud to feature the stories of these remarkable young adults who refuse to be defined by their disease.
