New foods, new meal timing, new people, and overall new environment all have an impact on a diabetic’s blood sugar. If not approached with the proper care and caution, diabetes can quickly cause holiday havoc. Luckily, with preparation, self compassion, and time, it is absolutely possible to feel unburdened and excited by family gatherings!
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While it might seem ignorant to ignore the fact that these two major holidays which largely center around food and treats might be a huge challenge for people with diabetes, they aren’t completely off the table. There are ways to manage this holiday season and still have fun! Here are some of my tips on how to juggle kids, diabetes, and the holidays.
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Tom Karlya, father of two children with type 1 diabetes, shares his experience of learning to manage his children’s diabetes and how to do it with confidence (or at least pretend to)!
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Each season presents different kinds of challenges to become accustomed to. While every person living with type 1 diabetes has their own unique lifestyle and health choices, there are a couple of key elements to be aware of as the seasons change that impact all people with diabetes.
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We discuss some specific ways in which heat affects type 1 diabetics, as well as the easy precautions we can take to keep our bodies and minds happy so we can relax when the temperatures rise.
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To help prepare for whatever lies ahead, Tom Karlya, father of two children with diabetes, shares his first-hand advice on what to pack in your type 1 diabetes emergency kit.
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