A friend of mine who is 19 years old and who was diagnosed when he was 5 years old, called me this morning to tell me that his 10 year old brother was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes last night! That scares me, because I already have one child who is diabetic…I can’t even imagine what this mother is going through! I do get my daughter screened for Diabetes. So far she doesn’t have the antibodies that carry it…BUT, she can develop it!
Please pray for Daniel…so far he is handling it like a trooper. And pray that Brad (19) will care for himself better…because Daniel is going to look up to Brad!
Thanks and God Bless,
Tina
Always sad to hear!
Have they joined our TuDiabetes community! Brad and his mother might benefit from it. We have a group for parents and unfortunately several have multiple kids with D.
No they haven’t…her son is still in the hospital.
Thanks
I talked to a woman at a bookstore yesterday who knows a woman with FOUR type 1s. I just can’t imagine.
Oh wow…I can’t either Melissa…one is hard enough…I can’t even imagine having to care for 4 with it! My prayers are with her…she must have the patience of Job to do that…WOW!
Hi Tina,
I wanted to introduce myself because I have just relocated to TN from Manhattan to continue work on my graduate/doctorate degree. I am a pediatric nurse and helping children and families with diabetes is my passion. I have had type 1 diabetes since the age of 18 months, (24 years) and have worn an insulin pump for sixteen. My schedule is very flexible and I have many "free" days this semester. I know how hard it was for my parents to find babysitters/caregivers for my when I was younger- particularly consistenly, overnight, or at the last minute. I just wanted to let you know that if there was/is anything I can help you with I am more than happy to because not only do I truly enjoy working with kids and families with diabetes, but is important for me to give back because I am thankful for all of the people who were willing to take care of me when I was younger.
I also would be more than happy to help with your friend's family who had an additional sibling diagnosed April 2009- I am sure that their parents could use a break once in awhile!
I hope you had a great holiday season and that whether you need help or not we can "talk" soon- my email is Caitlin.L.McEnery@vanderbilt.edu. Even if you are not in need of anything now, I will always make myself available in am emergency, etc.
Best,
Caitlin