Think Like A Pancreas...The Podcast!

3 Moms and a Diabetes Diagnosis: From “Oh no!” to “Nailed it!”


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Episode Summary

In Episode 33 of Think Like a Pancreas-The Podcast, host Tavia Vital, along with guests Jessica and Jamie, share their personal experiences with parenting children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

They discuss the emotional turmoil surrounding the diagnosis, the overwhelming nature of managing diabetes, and the journey towards acceptance and finding a new normal.

Their conversation highlights the importance of community support, coping strategies, and the shared experiences of parents navigating the complexities of diabetes management.

Listen to their heartfelt stories, challenges, and triumphs as they share invaluable insights and tips for managing life with T1D.

Key Topics Discussed
  • Early Diagnosis Stories: Listen to how each mother discovered their child's condition and the immediate steps they took.
    • Coping Mechanisms: Acceptance takes time and involves perspective shifts. Listen to the emotional journey and the coping mechanisms that helped these mothers stay strong for their children.
      • Support Systems: The role of community and professional support in managing T1D effectively.
      • Daily Life with T1D: Tips on integrating diabetes care into daily routines and ensuring a balanced life for their children.
        • Managing diabetes is an ongoing learning process, requiring adjustments and proactive planning.
        • Celebrating small wins helps manage expectations.
          • Future Outlook: Insights into how these families are preparing for the future, including managing T1D in older children and young adults.
          • Chapters:

            00:13 -- Welcome: Introduction to the episode and today's guests.

            01:40 -- Early Diagnosis: Stories from Jess and Jamie about first discovering their child had diabetes

            10:36 -- Life after diagnosis. Now what?

            19:21 -- Advice for the newly diagnosed

            30:37 -- Learning to let your child be a child

            35:50 -- The Value of working with Integrated Diabetes Services

            42:56 – Final Thoughts

             

            Links:

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            Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley

            Integrated Diabetes Services

            Featured Guests
            • Jessica from Colorado, mother of Grace, who was diagnosed with T1D at four and a half years old.
            • Jamie from Canada, whose daughter Ellie was diagnosed at 21 months old.
            • Disclaimer

              The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.

               

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