"Hey!! So sorry you are going through this but I understand all to well!
I recently "lost it" in the Dr.'s office last week! A physician told me her husband was a "type 1" but could easily be a " type 2" if he lost…"
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Curtsmom replied to jakesmom427's discussion 'Feeling very angry right now' in the group parents of kids with Type 1
Kate's Mom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Curt's Mom, my daughter was dx'd two years ago. Is it better?......yeeeeees, but.....you never stop worrying. I've written about our experiences http://kcandcompany.wordpress.com
There are many other great blogs by moms of kids with…"
BlessedMom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Hi, My daughter is 12, diagnosed 2 years ago this April. I was definitely where you are!! I don't think you ever stop being concerend but you do get to a point where it does not consume you as much. I have done the same as you, educated myself…"
Jacob's mom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"i am so glad he is doing well, i have been thinking of him, the travel hockey would make me nervous but i guess he is in the rhythm of it all, i would not forget my toothbrush, medicine ect. so i guess he would never forget his supplies just part of…"
Hockey Mom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"I just wanted to report that my son is doing great with his diabetes away at college. We went to see him play hockey this weekend and took the opportunity to help get his insulin refilled at the pharmacy. Pods, wipes, etc are easier to get at home…"
Isaac's Mom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Great Post! Thank you for sharing this with everyone. I am very much afraid my 1 year old will get diabetes. My 6 year old was dx at 3 /12 and I have read that siblings are at at 70% chance of getting it. I will get to reading and get more informed.…"
Isaac's Mom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Great Post!!! I stongly believe in Moderation more than deprivation!! My son is 6 and was starting to sneak food at around 5 years old, so i had a talk with him, that he can eat anything just to please let me know and we can cover it with insulin.…"
DASH Sports Education replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Dear Curtsmom,
We from DASH camp share with you our solidarity. My name is Fabiana Couto, I am brazilian and have been living in the US for the past two years. I have had type 1 diabetes for more than 20 years. My tud profile is:…"
mom replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Yes it gets easier. Our youngest son is 8 and was diagnosed a year and 2 months ago. I recently went to a doctor for myself and he said- I see here you were last here 2 years ago and I said to come back in 6 months.... I realized that the fog had…"
Holly replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Absolutely 1eyenurseguy. I totally agree with you:)"
1eyednurseguy replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Curtsmom, we are headed to our 6 month mark in the honeymoon phase. I am in the same mind set as you are. My wife and I are nurses and I find myself trying to cram as much info into my noggin as I can about the disease. So much so that I feel that I…"
mkampmann replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"My 5 year old was diagnosed in December and I am a diabetic myself. I think I obviously bring a different perspective with being a diabetic, both good and bad. It is a lot harder to be a parent of a diabetic than being a diabetic because we are…"
Holly replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Erma bombeck wrote it. It actually was for children with disabilities and I changed a few words to work with Diabetics. I think that I had this one sent to me by someone on this site some time ago. I printed it out and I keep a copy in my wallet and…"
Mom 2 Kyle replied to Curtsmom's discussion 'Complete emotional wreck!! Tell me this gets easier???' in the group parents of kids with Type 1"Where/what is this from? This is beautiful - it made me cry. Thanks for sharing this.
Mom to Kyle, age 14, T1 d-day 12/6/10."
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- March 8, 2012
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- At 10:17am on June 23, 2012,
Linda G said… How is Curt doing?
- At 10:15am on June 23, 2012, Linda G said…
Hello! How Do You Do, singing HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Curtsmom...
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
- At 1:19am on June 23, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Curtsmom. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 10:56am on March 25, 2012,
Donna H said… Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 10:01am on March 24, 2012, Linda G said…
Welcome home Curtsmom...
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends ♥
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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There are also groups here for parents of children with D., such as....
"Parents of Kids with type 1" and "Kids with Diabetes"
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 8:34am on March 24, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
Here's a link to help you get to know more about us: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 8:22am on March 24, 2012,
Marie B said… hello and welcome to TuDiabetes! I've been a member here for 4 years. Please take a look at our values
http://www.tudiabetes.org/profiles/blogs/the-values-of-tudiabetes
and I hope you enjoy the community!
I see you just got the news, please let me know if you have any questions, glad you found the parents group.
- At 7:04am on March 24, 2012, SEAGATOR said…
Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
- At 5:31pm on March 23, 2012,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
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