Comment by Kristin on April 23, 2009 at 1:49pm

:( 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.

Comment by TinaTenn on April 23, 2009 at 2:12pm

No they haven't...her son is still in the hospital.
Thanks

Comment by MelissaBL on April 23, 2009 at 8:41pm

I talked to a woman at a bookstore yesterday who knows a woman with FOUR type 1s. I just can't imagine.

Comment by TinaTenn on April 24, 2009 at 7:12am

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!

Comment by Caitlin M on January 2, 2012 at 4:25am

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

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