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Comment by Manny Hernandez on October 6, 2009 at 4:07pm

Thought you'd find this video useful, to help explain diabetes to children using images + vocabulary they can understand: http://bit.ly/2oej6S

Comment by Amber on February 6, 2009 at 1:07pm

Hello! Mother of 2 with type 1 diabetes! My biggest fear...ending up like Julia Roberts in Steal Magnolias with my small children finding me like that!

Comment by D. Nash on February 6, 2009 at 12:50pm

Type I Diabetes Informational Event at Saint Xavier University on February 7th, 2009

COMMIT-TED has organized an informational event for parents and caregivers of children with Type I diabetes.

For the Type I diabetes community, this is an opportunity to connect with other families, and learn more about the resources available to your child. This program is designed for adults and teens only, to provide optimum learning and interaction without distraction.

The event will cover a range of topics including technology, care programs, camps, and the upcoming Children With Diabetes conference.

Where: Saint Xavier University, Butler Reception Room, 3700 W. 103rd Street, Chicago, IL

Click here for Saint Xavier University Directions.

Click here for a campus map
(The Butler Reception Room is at point #34 on this campus map)

When: Saturday, February 7th, 2009

Time: 9:00am - Noon

9:00am: Mingle with others over pastries and coffee

9:30am: Presentations begin

1. Omnipod Insulin Mangement System - Susan Brooks will explain the technology and advantages of this remote - controlled insulin delivery system without tubing.


2. Hope Children's Hospital Pediatric Diabetes Clinic - Meet Dr. Anita Swamy, as she explains Hope's commitment to a new comprehensive pediatric diabetes program.

3. Diabetes Camp 101 - Everything you need to know. The American Diabetes Association provides diabetes camps for children of all ages. In addition to a program overview, a new fundraising opportunity to pay for camp will be presented.

4. University Of Chicago, Kovler Diabetes Center, in transit program - As our children transition through the different stages to adulthood, they will face new challenges. KDC will explain its unique program to help children (and their parents) overcome these challenges.

5. Upcoming Diabetes Conference - This April, Children With Diabetes is coming to Chicago with its Focus On Technology agenda. This conference is invaluable, and one of the best opportunites your Type I family will have to meet others and learn the latest information available. In addition, with the support of the Diabetes Scholars Foundation, COMMIT-TED has secured up to 10 family scholarships (based on financial need) to attend this weekend conference. Information and applications will be available.


Registration is required to attend. You will receive a confirmation letter by mail. Please be sure to include your address.

Full Name:
Home Address
E-Mail Address:
Telephone Number
Number Of Adults / Teens

For more information, please call Brian Trost at 708-227-6173.
A Special Thanks to Susan Brooks of Omnipod, for supporting the efforts of COMMIT-TED.

Comment by Sonya on January 4, 2009 at 8:43am

I was pregnant while having type 2. I lost it. The doctors here on the army post were clueless how to take care of a woman with type 2. I was 20 weeks along and I lost her at my son's second birthday party.

Comment by amy mercer on September 24, 2008 at 7:36am

Is anyone out there a type 2 diabetic and thinking about pregnancy? Or did you have type 2 when you were pregnant? I am looking to interview a woman with type 2 for an article called, "Planning a Pregnancy" for Diabetes Health. Please respond to this message if you are interested in sharing your success story.
Thank you!!
Amy